HOUSEKEEPER - 2ND SHIFT

Independence Health System - Westmoreland Area; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for steady shifts from 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM. In this vital role, you will ensure cleanliness across hospital facilities, adhering to established standards and procedures. Your organizational and communication skills will shine as you manage cleaning tasks and assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a team that values cleanliness and patient care, making a significant impact in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Good organizational skills and sound judgment.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and services assigned hospital areas.
• Performs daily clean-up and care of equipment.
• Collects and transports waste per guidelines.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Independent Thinking

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Multi-tasking

Job description

Join to apply for the HOUSEKEEPER - 2ND SHIFT role at Independence Health System - Westmoreland Area

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the HOUSEKEEPER - 2ND SHIFT role at Independence Health System - Westmoreland Area

Description

Hours are steady shifts between the hours of 2:00PM – 11:30PM, Sunday - Saturday

• Cleans and services any assigned hospital area/facility.
• Performs routine cleaning requests from customers within departmental duties.
• Performs daily clean-up and care of equipment and materials, etc.
• Meets hospital's established standards of cleanliness.
• Utilizes department established work patterns and cleaning steps.
• Collects and transports regulated and non-regulated waste, soiled linens, or materials to designated locations in a manner described in department procedure and per regulatory guidelines.
• Containers/Liners secured and placed in upright position to prevent spillage.
• Waste holding areas are cleaned daily.
• Obtains, utilizes and replenishes supplies in a cost effective manner according to hospital/department procedure.
• Accurately records supplies taken/removed on department inventory form.
• Records accurate data on all work related forms.
• Communicates on form as to status of task, verbally to shift charge person.
• Assures all requested data fields of forms are completed.
• Moves furniture including, but not limited to beds, chairs, gurneys in patient areas.
• Follows direction from the charge person.
• Utilizes resources to prevent damage to all surfaces.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Details

Description

Hours are steady shifts between the hours of 2:00PM – 11:30PM, Sunday - Saturday

Essential Job Functions

• Cleans and services any assigned hospital area/facility.
• Performs routine cleaning requests from customers within departmental duties.
• Performs daily clean-up and care of equipment and materials, etc.
• Meets hospital's established standards of cleanliness.
• Utilizes department established work patterns and cleaning steps.
• Collects and transports regulated and non-regulated waste, soiled linens, or materials to designated locations in a manner described in department procedure and per regulatory guidelines.
• Containers/Liners secured and placed in upright position to prevent spillage.
• Waste holding areas are cleaned daily.
• Obtains, utilizes and replenishes supplies in a cost effective manner according to hospital/department procedure.
• Accurately records supplies taken/removed on department inventory form.
• Records accurate data on all work related forms.
• Communicates on form as to status of task, verbally to shift charge person.
• Assures all requested data fields of forms are completed.
• Moves furniture including, but not limited to beds, chairs, gurneys in patient areas.
• Follows direction from the charge person.
• Utilizes resources to prevent damage to all surfaces.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Works steady shifts between the hours of 2:00PM – 11:30PM, Sunday - Saturday
• Good organizational skills, independent thinking skills, and sound judgment.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Excellent communication and customer services skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• No preferred qualifications.
  
  

License, Certification & Clearances

• Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
  
  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Steady shifts between the hours of 2:00PM – 11:30PM, Sunday - Saturday
• Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health System locations.
  
  

AAP/EEO

• Independence Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Independence Health System to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Independence Health System will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.
  
  

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential – Absolute Necessity.

Marginal – Minimal Necessity.

Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

x

Extreme Cold

x

Heights

x

Confined Spaces

x

Extreme Noise(>85dB)

x

Mechanical Hazards

x

Use of Vibrating Tools

x

x

Operates Vehicle

x

x

Operates Heavy Equipment

x

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

x

Rotates All Shifts

x

x

8 Hours Shifts

x

x

10-12 Hours Shifts

x

x

On-Call

x

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)

x

x

Travel Between Sites

x

x

Direct Patient Care

x

Respirator Protective Equipment

x

x

Eye Protection

x

x

Head Protection (hard hat)

x

Hearing Protection

x

Hand Protection

x

x

Feet, Toe Protection

x

x

Body Protection

x

x

Latex Exposure

x

x

Solvent Exposure

x

x

Paint (direct use) Exposure

x

Dust (sanding) Exposure

x

x

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

x

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

x

x

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

x

x

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

x

x

Mist Exposure

x

Wax Stripper (direct use)

x

x

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

Laser Exposure

x

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential – Absolute Necessity.

Marginal – Minimal Necessity.

Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

x

x

Sitting

x

x

Walking

x

x

Climbing Stairs

x

x

Climbing Ladders

x

x

Standing

x

x

Kneeling

x

x

Squatting (Crouching)

x

x

Twisting/Turning

x

x

Keyboard/Computer Operation

x

x

Gross Grasp

x

x

Fine Finger Manipulation

x

x

Hand/Arm Coordination

x

x

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

x

15#

Carry

x

10#

35#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

x

Seeing Near w/Acuity

x

x

Feeling (Sensation)

x

x

Color Vision

x

x

Hearing Clearly

x

x

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

x

x

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

x

x

Reaching Forward

x

x

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

10#

x

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

###

10#

35#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

###

10#

35#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

###

15#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Independence Health System - Westmoreland Area by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Housekeeper” roles.

Housekeeping Aide, Center for Fitness and Health - 8441

Receptionist Every Other Weekend and As Needed

Locker Room Attendant- Green Oaks Country Club

House person at The Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh

Environmental Services Aide/Housekeeper - 1st shift / 2nd Shift

Idlewild and Soakzone: Housekeeping Supervisor

Part-Time Housekeeping & Operations (Janitorial)

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.