Housekeeping Assistant Day Shift

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine in Morgantown seeks a Housekeeping Employee responsible for maintaining cleanliness and productivity in our facility. This role involves performing housekeeping duties, demonstrating effective communication, and supporting organizational goals while treating all individuals with dignity.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, along with the capability to lift up to 50 pounds. Weekly scheduled hours are 40, and the role is non-exempt.

Qualifications

• Successfully pass WV DHHR Protected Services Record Check and WV CARES fingerprint-based criminal background check.
• Must be able to lift, push or pull 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs housekeeping duties and maintains cleanliness and productivity expectations.
• Contributes to organizational goals and functions as a team member.
• Treats patients, visitors, and staff with dignity and respect.

Skills

Teamwork oriented

Effective communication

Ability to understand written and oral communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

This position involves carrying out housekeeping duties and maintaining cleanliness in our facility. The employee will utilize proper procedures while maintaining productivity and cost effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

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 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 communication (open, honest and direct) skills.
• Contributes to organizational goals.
• Functions 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 department's and organization's Continuing Improvement process.
• Supports change by exhibiting willingness to offer and try new ideas.
• Demonstrates 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 Information

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: 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.