Housekeeping Assistant

WVU Medicine Golisano Children's; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking an Environmental Services team member to perform housekeeping duties, maintain cleanliness, and support department productivity in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires reliability, teamwork, and the ability to follow policies; you must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work the night shift with 40 hours weekly. This position offers stable hours and is essential to patient- and family-centered care.

Qualifications

• Background checks required for designated areas (WV CARES / WV DHHR).
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to follow hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs housekeeping duties and maintains department cleanliness.
• Demonstrates effective communication with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Supports organizational goals and works as a team member.
• Adheres to all hospital policies and safety procedures.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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:

• 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:

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

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Exposure to cleaning products and chemicals.

Skills And Abilities

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

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center

4612 WVUH CH Pediatrics 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.