Housekeeper I

UnityPoint Health; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental and health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Fort Dodge, IA is hiring a dedicated Housekeeper to keep hospital spaces clean, safe, and ready for exceptional care. In this hands-on role you will perform scheduled cleaning and respond quickly to spills, following infection control standards.

You will receive training, contribute to a culture of care, and interact with patients, visitors, and staff in a courteous manner. This is a full-time role with day shifts and every other weekend/holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning in hospital areas per schedules and methods to maintain a hygienic environment.
• Assist in cleaning emergency spills promptly, responding to urgent requests to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Maintain assigned cleaning equipment, ensuring it is clean and functional, and report repair needs promptly.
• Observe and report maintenance needs for equipment, furniture, building, and fixtures to ensure a safe and operational environment.
• Collect and dispose of waste, including hazardous materials, in accordance with hospital protocols to maintain cleanliness standards.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Job description

Overview

• Full-Time; 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM + every other weekend and holiday
• Full-Time; 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM + every other weekend and holiday

Join our team as a Housekeeper and play an important role in keeping our hospital clean, safe, and ready for exceptional care. In this hands-on position, you'll perform scheduled cleaning and respond quickly to unexpected spills, helping ensure a healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You'll follow important infection control and safety standards, complete required training, and contribute to a culture of professionalism and care.

Every day, your friendly interactions and attention to detail help support a positive experience for everyone who walks through our doors.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.

Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more.
• We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning functions in assigned hospital areas, following established schedules and prescribed methods to maintain a hygienic environment.
• Assist in cleaning emergency spills promptly, responding to urgent requests to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Maintain assigned cleaning equipment, ensuring it is clean and functional, and report repair needs promptly.
• Observe and report maintenance needs for equipment, furniture, building, and fixtures to ensure a safe and operational environment.
• Collect and dispose of waste, including hazardous materials, in accordance with hospital protocols to maintain cleanliness standards.

Qualifications

• Experience: Any relevant experience in a housekeeping related position is preferred.