Housekeeper – Full Time

Baraga County Memorial Hospital; L'Anse (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Baraga County Memorial Hospital is seeking a Housekeeper to clean and service all hospital areas, ensuring a neat, sanitary environment in accordance with BCMH policies.

The role requires operating cleaning machinery, following instructions, and maintaining infection control standards. Applicants must be 18+, have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation, and participate in required trainings and shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to use common cleaning devices and products to keep areas clean.
• Able to operate and care for equipment such as stripper, scrubber, waxer and buffer.
• Able to follow written and oral instructions concerning cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.
• Complies with HIPAA and BCMH policies and reporting.
• Maintains infection control and safety standards in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean and service all hospital areas to keep the facility neat, orderly and sanitary.
• Clean beds at patient discharges.
• Vacuum carpets; wash walls and ceilings.
• Clean windows, mirrors, shades, fixtures and door glass; change curtains when needed.
• Dispose of waste correctly and reliner trash cans.
• Strip, scrub, wax and buff floors as directed.
• Report equipment malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Attend trainings and fulfill assigned duties and shifts.

Skills

Housekeeping equipment use

Cleaning machinery operation

Following instructions

Valid driver’s license

HIPAA compliance

Infection control

Physical endurance

Tools

Cleaning machinery

Vacuum cleaners

Floor care equipment

Job description

The Housekeeper cleans and services all hospital building areas to maintain the facility in a neat, orderly and sanitary condition according to established procedures.

Reports To:

Housekeeping Supervisor

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Must know how to use common house cleaning devices and cleaning products such as brooms, mops, floor waxes, scouring pads, etc, to keep areas clean.
• Must know how to operate and care for equipment such as stripper, scrubber, waxer and buffer.
• Must know how to measure cleaning solutions and be alert to hazards.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixing of cleaning compounds, liquids, disinfecting solutions, etc.
• Must demonstrate a daily commitment to the Standards of Behavior and Core Values of BCMH.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance or have own transportation to other BCMH outbuildings.
• Cleans and services all areas of the hospital in accordance with facility policy.
• Cleans beds at time of patient discharge.
• Vacuums carpets, washes walls and ceilings.
• Cleans windows, mirrors, shades, light fixtures and door glass, changes curtains when needed.
• Empties trash containers observing waste disposal procedures in accordance with the facility policy and relines trash cans with liners.
• Uses equipment to strip, scrub, wax and buff floors as directed.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of all floors; carpets, tile, concrete and brick flooring.
• Performs restoration functions on highly soiled or worn areas.
• Assists in the proper care and use of housekeeping equipment.
• Identifies and reports any equipment malfunction to the supervisor.
• Cleans wheel, geri, and shower chairs on a routine basis.
• Reports any observed area in poor repair to the supervisor.
• Dispenses soap, paper and other housekeeping supplies.
• Discards infectious wastes into appropriate containers.
• Ensures that work/assignment areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are put away properly before breaks, meals and at the end of the work day.
• Works day, evening, night or partial shifts as assigned on weekdays and weekends.
• Attends inservice training programs as required.
• Participates in trainings and on committees as assigned.
• Complies with HIPAA requirements for security and confidentiality.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of BCMH Corporate Compliance plan, Code of Conduct and reporting process of any compliance concerns.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Shall be responsible for completing educational requirements.
• Observes all infection control and safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Physical Activities: Essential

• Climbing
• Crouching
• Keying
• Grasping
• Kneeling
• Lifting
• Pulling
• Pushing
• Reaching
• Standing
• Stooping
• Driving

An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weights in the range of:
Up to 25 pounds frequently
Up to 50 pounds occasionally

Sensory and Communicative Activities: Essential

• Feeling
• Hearing
• Smelling
• Speaking
• Inside and Outside environmental conditions