HOUSEKEEPING - HOUSEKEEPER

Mountain View Hospital; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K match

Quarterly Bonus Program

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Mountain View Hospital is seeking a Housekeeper to perform daily cleaning of all areas of the facility, including surface cleaning, trash disposal, disinfecting equipment, and linen stock management in Idaho Falls. The role supports a broad range of departments to maintain a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.

Responsibilities include following standard infection control procedures, stocking closets, and reporting equipment issues to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one year experience in institutional housekeeping.
• Must be able understand oral instructions in English; written English is helpful.
• Be able to utilize basic cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follows proper procedures for standard infection control tasks.
• Maintains cleanliness of all areas assigned to the facility.
• Disposes of trash and stocks linen supply carts and closets.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor promptly.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Housekeeper is responsible for the day to day cleaning of all areas of the facility. This includes cleaning surfaces, disposing of trash, disinfecting equipment, and stocking and laundering the linen and housekeeping supply closets.

Benefits

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off


• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match


• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program


• Education Reimbursement Program


• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

Duties And Responsibilities

• 1. Follows proper procedures for Category I tasks (Standard Precautions for Infection Control).


• Maintains general cleanliness of all areas assigned to:


• \"Dry\" tasks: dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, emptying trash, replacing paper towels, toilet paper, etc., and other duties.


• \"Wet\" tasks: disinfecting equipment, beds and gurneys, mopping, cleaning porcelain fixtures (sinks, toilets, etc.), cleaning glass windows, doors and mirrors and other duties.


• Stocking clean linen supply carts and collecting dirty linen.


• Stocking housekeeping closets and maintaining them in a clean and orderly fashion.


• Maintains all housekeeping equipment and supplies in proper condition taking care to prevent damage. Reports any malfunctions to supervisor immediately.


• Is able to perform housekeeping functions in all departments as needed, regardless of primary assignment.


• Handles trash appropriately in appropriate bags and follows established procedures.


• Maintains a responsible attitude toward appropriate and efficient performance as an employee of the facility as evidenced by team work and attitude.


• Demonstrates personal responsibility for fulfilling assignments/tasks effectively and completely.


• Continually strives to work in the most cost-efficient manner possible.


• Demonstrates a willingness to comply with assignments from Department manager or supervisor with regard to hours worked and assignments made.


• Always extends courtesy and an attitude of cooperation while communicating with others.


• Supports facility policy and assists in the process of policy change.


• Demonstrates a loyalty to the philosophy, policies and practices of the facility.


• Performs duties as assigned with specific attention to the cleaning procedures of that individual department.

About Mountain View

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley - all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications

High School graduate or equivalent preferred

Experience

Minimum one year experience in institutional housekeeping preferred. Basic computer skills are helpful

Equipment/Technology

Be able to utilize basic cleaning equipment (vacuum, etc.).

Language/Communication

Must be able understand oral instructions and requests given in English. Understanding written English instructions is helpful. Not required to speak English.

Mathematical Skills

General mathematics

Mental Capabilities

Able to follow written and oral directions to an understanding level such that the hazards presented from the chemical, waste and infection control exposures are understood.

Interpersonal

Able to communicate with patients, staff and supervisors in an effective manner

Performance

Able to follow written and oral instructions.