Housekeeping Assistant

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a housekeeping team member to perform cleaning duties, maintain sanitation, and support department goals. The role emphasizes teamwork, respectful interactions with patients and staff, and adherence to hospital policies.

Typical shift is 3pm–11:30pm with every other weekend and holiday rotation. The position is non-exempt, on-site, and located at 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV, within Environmental Services.

Qualifications

• Teamwork oriented.
• Ability to understand written and oral communication.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs housekeeping duties and maintains cleanliness and productivity expectations set by the department.
• Demonstrates effective communications (open, honest and direct) skills.
• Contributes to organizational goals.
• Demonstrates the ability to function as a team member to achieve departmental goals.
• Meets all job specific standards and expectations.
• Treats patients, visitors and staff with dignity and respect.
• Follows up with customers and issues in a timely manner.
• Follows all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Actively participates in the departments and organizations Continuing Improvement process.
• Supports change by exhibiting willingness to offer and try new ideas.
• Demonstrates the support of the shared values and culture of the hospital.
• Works 3pm-11:30pm
• Works every other weekend and rotates holidays.

Skills

Teamwork oriented

Written and spoken communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

Cleans areas of responsibility utilizing proper procedures and maintains productivity and cost effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure

• Successfully pass WV DHHR Protected Services Record Check and WV CARES fingerprint-based criminal background check if assigned to Child Development Center, Chestnut Ridge Center, or Center for Hope and Healing.

Preferred Qualifications

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs Housekeeping duties and maintains cleanliness and productivity expectations set by the department.
• Demonstrates effective communications (open, honest and direct) skills.
• Contributes to organizational goals.
• Demonstrates the ability to function as a team member to achieve departmental goals.
• Meets all job specific standards and expectations.
• Treats patients, visitors and staff with dignity and respect.
• Follows up with customers and issues in a timely manner.
• Follows all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Actively participates in the departments and organizations Continuing Improvement process.
• Supports change by exhibiting willingness to offer and try new ideas.
• Demonstrates the support of the shared values and culture of the hospital.
• Takes ownership for decisions and actions taken. Works with others to make the hospital better.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift, push or pull 50 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposure to cleaning products and chemicals.

Skills And Abilities

• Teamwork oriented.
• Ability to understand written and oral communication.

Additional Job Description

Works 3pm-11:30pm

Works every other weekend and rotates holidays.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center

612 WVUH Environmental Services

Address

1 Medical Center Drive

Morgantown

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.