Housekeeping Assistant

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. The role requires performing housekeeping duties, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting department productivity.

The shift runs 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with every other weekend and rotating holidays. Candidates should have a High School Diploma (preferred) and be prepared to pass required background checks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• WV DHHR background check and fingerprint check may be required.
• Basic communication and teamwork abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform housekeeping duties and maintain cleanliness per department standards.
• Demonstrate effective communication with patients, visitors and staff.
• Contribute to departmental goals and work as part of a team.
• Follow hospital policies and procedures precisely.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives and change processes.
• Take ownership and collaborate to improve hospital operations.

Skills

Teamwork oriented

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Housekeeping AssistantApplylocations: Ruby Memorial Hospital (WVUH)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR26-41894## Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. 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:**1. 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:****1. 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.1. Performs Housekeeping duties and maintains cleanliness and productivity expectations set by the department.2. Demonstrates effective communications (open, honest and direct) skills.3. Contributes to organizational goals.4. Demonstrates the ability to function as a team member to achieve departmental goals.5. Meets all job specific standards and expectations.6. Treats patients, visitors and staff with dignity and respect.7. Follows up with customers and issues in a timely manner.8. Follows all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.9. Actively participates in the departments and organizations Continuing Improvement process.10. Supports change by exhibiting willingness to offer and try new ideas.11. Demonstrates the support of the shared values and culture of the hospital.12. 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. 1. 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. 1. Exposure to cleaning products and chemicals.**SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**1. Teamwork oriented.2. Ability to understand written and oral communication.**Additional Job Description:**Works 3pm-11:30pmWorks 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 DriveMorgantownWest 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.