Housekeeper I

The University of Kansas Health System; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a Housekeeper I for Evening shift to support our new Quivira location. The role starts with training prior to the April opening and is scheduled for 3pm to 11:30pm.

This full-time position will focus on cleaning patient rooms, offices, and common areas to maintain a safe and sanitary environment. Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED and at least 1 year of hospital housekeeping experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of hospital housekeeping experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains premises in a clean and orderly manner.
• Cleans patient rooms, offices, common areas, lavatories, halls, food service areas and other areas that may require attention.
• Cleans light fixtures, ceilings, vents, mattresses, furniture, window coverings, floors and carpets.
• Cleans by dusting, mopping, vacuuming and sweeping.
• Replenishes supplies.
• Moves furniture, hangs draperies and set up tables and chairs.
• Promotes effective teamwork.
• Displays professional behavior and positive attitude at all times.
• Adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
• Effectively manages hospital resources (time, supplies, equipment, etc.).
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Position Title: Housekeeper I Evenings - Full Time

15000 S. Quivira Rd.

Under the direction of the Housekeeping Manager, this position is responsible for the general overall cleaning of the hospital including but not limited to entryways, hallways, offices, and turnover of patient rooms. This posting is for our new location opening in Quivira, the job will start and train prior to the opening in April. We have 2nd shift openings only (3pm - 11:30pm). Please only apply if you're interested in this shift.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Maintains premises in a clean and orderly manner.
• Cleans offices, patient rooms, common areas, lavatories, halls, food service areas and other areas that may require attention.
• Cleans light fixtures, ceilings, vents, mattresses, furniture, window coverings, floors and carpets.
• Cleans by dusting, mopping, vacuuming and sweeping.
• Replenishes supplies.
• Moves furniture, hangs draperies and set up tables and chairs.
• Promotes effective teamwork.
• Displays professional behavior and positive attitude at all times.
• Adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
• Effectively manages hospital resources (time, supplies, equipment, etc.).
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Preferred Education and Experience

High School Graduate or GED. 1 or more years of experience in hospital housekeeping.

Time Type

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail]. Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.