Housekeeping Discharge Specialist

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Housekeeping Discharge Specialist for evenings at Bell Hospital in Kansas City, KS. The role focuses on discharge and terminal cleaning of patient and OR rooms to maintain patient flow and quality standards.

Shifts vary, including evenings and potentially full-time or part-time status with rotating weekends. Responsibilities include ATP testing and strict adherence to safety and infection-control policies within a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• A minimum one-year housekeeping experience.
• Ability to operate handheld communication devices for communication with dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Must be available to work a variety of non traditional shifts based on the changing trends of when discharges or terminal cleaning needs occur.
• Shift start times will range from 10:00AM to 5:30PM.
• The shifts could be either full time or part time and will include rotating weekends.
• Performs discharge cleaning using standard cleaning procedures and chemicals meeting department quality standards and time standards to aid in overall patient flow.
• ATP testing of a variety of high touch areas and other surfaces to monitor compliance with quality standards.
• Compliance with time standards will be monitored using dispatch software.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the discharge cleaning procedures utilized in all patient care areas.
• Cleans equipment before returning it to storage area.

Skills

Handheld devices operation

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Position Title Housekeeping Discharge Specialist Evenings - Full Time Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest: The Housekeeping Discharge Specialist position is responsible for performing discharge cleaning and terminal cleaning of patient rooms or OR rooms for the entirety of their shift. The hours of the position are outside the traditional 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift and may vary depending on changes in pt volumes. Rooms cleaned must meet quality standards of both turn around time and quality inspections, including the use of ATP monitoring. Due to the nature of discharges and OR volumes, both tasks require a high degree of flexibility and accountability, as the routines can vary greatly throughout the shift.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Must be available to work a variety of non traditional shifts based on the changing trends of when discharges or terminal cleaning needs occur.
• For example, shift start times will range from 10:00AM to 5:30PM.
• The shifts could be either full time or part time and will include rotating weekends Demonstrates the ability to work at a fast pace, unsupervised in potentially stressful and urgent situations.
• Performs discharge cleaning using standard cleaning procedures and chemicals meeting department quality standards and time standards to aid in overall patient flow.
• ATP testing of a variety of high touch areas and other surfaces will be used to monitor compliance with quality standards.
• Compliance with time standards will be monitored using dispatch software.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the discharge cleaning procedures utilized in all patient care areas.
• Examples of areas to clean include, but are not limited to the following: patient rooms, isolation rooms, ICU, Burn Unit, Bone Marrow Unit, Pediatrics, PICU, Labor and Delivery, Mother Baby and all Surgical Procedure areas.
• Follows all hospital and department Infection Prevention and Control, Human Resources, and Safety policies and procedures.
• Reports all infection prevention and control and safety incidents to supervisor.
• Assist with completion of incident report.
• May be trained to complete the following if required in work area: Move equipment and/or furniture.
• Wash walls, ceilings, doors, floors, windows, vents, lights, trashcans, trash dumpsters, equipment, and furniture as directed.
• Replaces curtains, blinds, draperies, and shower curtains as assigned.
• Keeps housekeeping cart and closet clean, safe and orderly.
• Collects equipment and/or supplies for daily use.
• Re-stocks housekeeping cart and closet daily to ensure correct and adequate supply of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Uses cleaning chemicals safely and efficiently according to established procedures.
• Operates and maintains housekeeping equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with established procedures.
• Cleans equipment before returning it to storage area.
• Reports equipment in need of repair to supervisor.
• Reports safety hazards.
• May be required to carry a pager or radio for communication purposes.
• Responds to pages, radio, and telephone communications promptly and professionally.
• Shows consideration when interacting with co-workers and customers.
• Demonstrates ability to follow directions and provide dependable service.
• Participates in team meetings, in-service training and special programs.
• Accepts constructive correction as a means for growth and development.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
• Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Preferred Education and Experience

High School Graduate or GED.

A minimum one-year housekeeping experience.

Knowledge Requirements

Ability to operate handheld communication devices for communication with dispatch.

Ability to perform operations with units such as cup, pint, quart and ounce, inch, foot and yard.

Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID: R-57040

Important information for you to know as you apply:

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life‑changing treatments for the people we serve.