Housekeeper - Environmental Services - Part Time - Days

MercyOne; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Mason City is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for Environmental Services. This part-time role focuses on maintaining cleanliness and safety within the hospital, ensuring compliance with health standards. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively with patients and staff while adhering to safety protocols. Join a team committed to quality care and enjoy benefits including education assistance and competitive wages.

Benefits

Education Assistance

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Disinfect patient treatment and visitor areas.
• Handle collection and disposal of medical waste.
• Prepare patient rooms for new patients.

Skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Housekeeper - Environmental Services - Part Time - Days

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Position Purpose:

Provides a clean and safe environment for staff, visitors, and patients within the hospital. Enhances the appearance of the facility by maintaining a consistent floor care program.

Employment Details:

• Type: Part time
• Shift: Day Shift

Responsibilities:

• Disinfect patient treatment, invasive care areas, staff and visitor areas to maximize infection prevention, enhance patient safety, ensure EOC compliance, and improve visual appeal.
• Handle collection, storage, and disposal of medical, biohazard, pharmaceutical, chemotherapy, sharps, and soiled linen products following policies.
• Clean remodeled or new areas and prepare them for occupancy.
• Perform project work such as cubicle curtain changes, construction cleanup, floor refinishing, carpet cleaning, wall washing, refrigerator cleaning, and other assigned projects.
• Prepare patient rooms and support areas for new patients, including disinfection, bed making, floor care, and supplies replenishment.
• Interact verbally with patients and visitors to provide directions, hospital information, and hospitality services.

Schedule:

Part Time - Days, primarily 7:00am - 3:30pm, 20 hrs/week, with Weekend/Holiday Rotation

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate acceptance, sensitivity, and caring.
• Maintain professional relationships and communicate effectively within the healthcare team.
• Follow written and verbal instructions; basic computer skills required.
• Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting chemicals (training provided).
• Adhere to safety policies and work with PPE around bloodborne pathogens.
• Self-motivated and committed to quality and safety standards.

Benefits & Highlights:

• Education Assistance
• Effective Day 1 Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.) for 16+ hours/week
• Competitive wages with weekend/night differentials
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan with employer match from Day 1

About MercyOne North Iowa:

Provides expert healthcare across 15 counties, including a 342-bed regional hospital in Mason City and an 11-bed rural hospital in New Hampton, serving over 260,000 people with a team of 3,000+ colleagues and nearly 500 physicians.

Our Commitment:

As part of Trinity Health, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing accessible and equitable care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.