Housekeeper - FT Second Shift

Ernest Health, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness program

Job summary

Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, OH, part of Ernest Health, is seeking a Housekeeper to support patient care by maintaining a clean, safe environment. You will dust, mop, clean surfaces, and ensure proper sanitation in patient rooms and common areas in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Required skills include previous housekeeping experience, strong organizational abilities, and good written and verbal communication. We value confidentiality and teamwork as essential to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping/environmental services experience preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare environmental procedures.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to quality and safety standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Dusts, mops, and cleans patient areas and equipment.
• Vacuum blinds, screens, and vents.
• Replenishes supplies and sterilizes rooms as needed.
• Upholds the hospital's mission and guiding principles in daily work.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Healthcare environmental services

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Safety standards

Job description

Summa Rehab Hospital 1 Akron, OH

Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, Ohio (a partnership with Summa Health) is a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation facility dedicated to helping patients overcome disabling injuries and illnesses. We specialize in intensive rehab for stroke recovery, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions. Our compassionate, multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a supportive, healing environment. Joint Commission-accredited and certified in stroke and brain injury rehabilitation, Summa Rehab Hospital is nationally recognized (including being named one of Americas Best Rehab Hospitals by Newsweek) for delivering patient-centered care that helps individuals regain independence.

Akron, Ohio

Located in the heart of Akron, “The Rubber City,” Summa Rehab Hospital offers the opportunity to work in a community rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Explore local gems like Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, the Akron Art Museum, and the Akron Zoo, or enjoy the scenic outdoors at Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Towpath Trail. With attractions like the Goodyear Blimp and Blossom Music Center, Akron provides a unique blend of heritage and entertainment. Its the perfect place to grow your career and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.

We are seeking a Housekeeper to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees1 work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Professional Growth:

• Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Previous housekeeping/environmental services experience preferred.
• OR any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledgeable of appropriate healthcare environmental services procedures
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to learn and practice healthcare environmental services procedures
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.

Responsibilities:

Dusts, mops, and cleans items such as medicine cabinets, furniture, metals, mirrors, and equipment. Vacuums blinds, screens, and vents. Performs miscellaneous duties such as replenishing supplies. Sterilizes rooms after isolation. Integrates the hospitals mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.