Housekeeper Operating Room (Full Time)

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Daily Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Housekeeper II NE responsible for specialized cleaning in operating rooms and surgical areas, ensuring sterile environments and adherence to infection control protocols.

The role includes handling biohazard waste, operating advanced cleaning equipment, maintaining records in the UPH system, and collaborating with staff to support patient safety and efficient OR readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping preferred.
• Ability to follow infection control guidelines and PPE protocols.
• Strong communication with patients, staff and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized cleaning of ORs between cases and at end-of-day.
• Operate cleaning equipment and maintain sterile surgical environments.
• Disinfect assigned areas using approved methods to meet standards.
• Support in returning OR equipment to storage and ensuring readiness.
• Document daily scheduling and task completion in UPH system.

Skills

Effective communication

Infection control awareness

Team collaboration

Tools

UPH interface

Floor scrubbers

Job description

• Shift: Monday thru Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm
• Job ID: 188345

• Area of Interest: Support Services
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
• Department: Operating Rooms
• Shift: Monday thru Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm
• Job ID: 188345

Overview

The Housekeeper II NE is responsible for performing specialized cleaning in operating rooms and surgical areas, ensuring sterile environments per AORN guidelines. The role handles biohazard waste, operates advanced cleaning equipment, and adheres to strict infection control protocols. The role communicates effectively with staff and patients, uses the UPH interface for task management, and maintains accurate records, enhancing patient safety and operational efficiency at UPH.

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

Cleaning and Maintenance

• Perform specialized cleaning of ORs between cases and at end-of-day, ensuring compliance with department standards and AORN guidelines.
• Execute wet mopping and machine scrubbing in surgical areas (OR, Cath Lab, CTU, Endo), maintaining sterile environments for patient safety.
• Clean and disinfect assigned areas, including patient rooms, outpatient areas, and support rooms, using approved methods to meet department expectations.
• Operate walk-behind or riding floor scrubbers and use ladders to clean light fixtures, vents, and cubicle curtains, adhering to safety protocols.
• Assist in cleaning and returning OR equipment to storage, ensuring proper handling and organization for surgical readiness.

Compliance and Safety

• Handle and dispose off soiled linen, trash, and biohazard materials appropriately, following infection control and safety protocols.
• Clean hazardous spills, including blood or bodily fluids, using trained procedures to maintain a safe environment.
• Deliver biohazard trash, pharmaceutical waste, and sharps containers to storage areas, labeling and preparing them for pickup in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain and clean EVS equipment, carts, and closets, ensuring they are stocked and functional, and report repair needs to maintenance or biomed.
• Wear proper PPE and follow correct lifting, pushing, and pulling techniques to ensure personal and workplace safety.

Customer Service and Engagement

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, nursing staff, and physicians to support a positive and professional hospital environment.
• Use the UPH interface system to receive assigned tasks, check email, and access the intranet and benefits portal for operational updates.
• Complete and submit daily schedule sheets at the end of each shift, ensuring accurate documentation of completed tasks.
• Communicate with customers and use signage (e.g., “wet floor” signs) to ensure a safe workplace during cleaning projects.

Qualifications

Education:

• None

Experience:

• Any relevant experience in a housekeeping related position preferred.