Housekeeper Part-time Second shift Rotating schedule $500.00 Sign-On Bonus
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Job Description
The EVS Tech II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Internals and rehires are not eligible for the Sign-On Bonus.
Second shift, rotating weekdays and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Cleans and maintains patient rooms, offices, public areas, treatment rooms, and other assigned areas daily, including collecting and removing trash, changing bed linens, and sanitizing all surfaces.
- Follows policies and procedures on patient isolation and contact precautions as necessary.
- Stocks paper items and other supplies in assigned areas as necessary or designated.
- Maintains cart and equipment in clean, working condition and stores in appropriate storage area.
- Promotes safety in the workplace. Uses wet floor signs, PPE, not leaving housekeeping cart or supplies unattended.
- Uses chemicals and equipment in an effective and safe manner. Uses appropriate chemicals, diluted at the correct ratio, in properly labeled containers.
- Notifies supervisor of equipment needing repairs. Reports all safety hazards to manager.
- Communicates to supervisor any issues, including inability to complete schedule, and is proactive in dealing with observed deficiencies.
- Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationships with hospital personnel, while assuring confidentiality of patient information.
- Uses organizational and department resources efficiently.
- Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.
- Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.
- Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services.
- Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
- Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or directs them to the appropriate person or resource.
- Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur.
- Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively, respects diverse opinions, and acknowledges contributions.
Qualifications
Required:
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Effective communication with patients, visitors, and staff.
- Use of tracking and communication tools utilized by the department.
- Ability to work independently.
- Physical demands include lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
Preferred:
- One to three years of environmental services experience in healthcare or hospitality.
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. A background check will be performed if offered a job, which may include review of criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify employment but is considered on a case-by-case basis.