Housekeeping Aide

Fairview Health Services; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services invites applications for a Housekeeping Aide at Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, MN. The role supports a clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The position operates on daytime hours 7:00 a.m.

– 3:30 p.m. with an every-other-weekend rotation and is represented by SEIU Local 113. The duties include performing cleaning tasks per department procedures, following infection control practices, handling linens and waste, and ensuring

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• Previous housekeeping or environmental service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning assignments per department procedures and protocols.
• Uses proper chemical dilution rations.
• Follows infection control practices and procedures.
• Follows proper procedure for assigned area.
• Completes assignments in a timely manner.
• Uses proper equipment and supplies for task.
• Replenishes supplies.
• Properly handles soiled and clean linens in assigned areas.
• Properly handles and disposes of biohazardous and non-biohazardous waste.
• Uses good body mechanics.
• Uses safe work practices i.e., floor signs, gloves, hazard signs/symbols.
• Remains flexible to change assignments as needed.
• Contributes process improvement ideas/suggestions.
• Documents work assignments.
• Demonstrates emergency and security response.
• Assists with emergency codes.
• Unlocks and secures access to building.
• Cleans emergency spills as needed.
• Demonstrates use and care of equipment.
• Cares for equipment and performs preventive maintenance.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment.
• Reports safety hazards.
• Provides customer service and respectful interactions.
• Greets customers professionally.
• Respects privacy of customers.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Previous housekeeping/ environmental service experience

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is looking to hire a Housekeeping Aide to join our team at Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, MN. This position works the day shift from 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and includes an every-other-weekend rotation (Week 2). The Housekeeping Aide performs cleaning duties to help maintain a clean, sanitary, safe, and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. This position is represented by SEIU Local 113.

Perform cleaning duties as assigned to keep the facility orderly, attractive, clean, and sanitary.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning assignments per department procedures and protocols
• Uses proper chemical dilution rations
• Follows infection control practices and procedures
• Follows proper procedure for assigned area
• Completes assignments in a timely manner
• Uses proper equipment and supplies for task
• Replenishes supplies
• Properly handles soiled and clean linens in assigned areas
• Properly handles and disposes of biohazardous and non-biohazardous waste
• Uses good body mechanics
• Uses safe work practices i.e., floor signs, use of gloves, follow hazard signs/symbols
• Remains flexible to change assignments as needed
• Contributes process improvement ideas/suggestions
• Properly documents work assignments
• Demonstrates proper emergency and security response
• Takes immediate action as required to assist with emergency codes
• Unlocks and secures access to building as directed
• Cleans emergency spills as needed
• Demonstrates proper use and care of equipment
• Uses proper equipment for assignment/task
• Properly cares for equipment and takes action for preventive maintenance
• Reports malfunctioning equipment
• Uses safety precautions
• Customer Service
• Uses appropriate verbal and nonverbal greetings
• Demonstrates a willing and helpful attitude
• Demonstrates respect for customer’s need for privacy
• Performs activities in a respectful, courteous, and responsive manner
• Transports furniture and equipment as requested
• Reports mechanical failures or negative conditions to appropriate supervisor

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma orGED
• Previous Housekeeping/Environmental Service Experience

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status