Laundry Aide HCC

Pruit Health; LaFayette (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated laundry attendants to ensure the cleanliness and organization of patient clothing and linens. This role involves operating laundry machines, sorting, and folding various items while adhering to safety protocols for chemical use. Join a compassionate team committed to making a difference in the healthcare environment. If you enjoy working in a supportive and caring atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you. Apply now and become part of a family-oriented organization that values your contribution!

Qualifications

• High School Degree preferred with on-the-job training provided.
• Experience in healthcare laundering processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and folds laundry items, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
• Operates washing and drying machines, following safety protocols.
• Delivers clean laundry to designated areas for patient use.

Skills

Laundry Sorting

Stain Removal

Chemical Handling

Equipment Maintenance

Education

High School Degree

Tools

Washing Machines

Dryers

Cleaning Agents

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

Tends laundering machines to clean sheets, blankets, pillow coverings, and personal articles of patients. Loads articles in washer and adds specified amount of detergent or other cleaning agents. Lifts clean, wet articles from washer and places them successively into wringer and dryer for measured time cycles. Sorts dry articles according to identification numbers or type. Folds and places items in appropriate storage bin.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Folds and sorts laundry (blankets, sheets, towels etc.) and personal clothing items
2. Hangs clothes on racks according to name and numbers.
3. Delivers patient/resident’s laundry to designated areas
4. Ensures that patients/residents clothes are ready to wear, not in disrepair and put in proper place
5. Understands functions of various soaps and bleaches
6. Follows precautions as stated on MSDS for all chemicals used
7. Washes and dries clothes and linens
8. Keeps equipment clean and follows cleaning schedules
9. Maintains a clean and organized area; sweeps and mops laundry area
10. Reports any needed repairs to maintenance department
11. Operates large filters according to established schedules
12. Ensures proper handling of soiled laundry items
13. Cleans and disinfects linen carts as required per policy and procedure
14. Empties washers and dryers as requested/necessary
15. Operates water, gas, and electric cutoff switches and valves
16. Understands the proper process for stain removal

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High School Degree preferred.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

On-the-job training provided

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)

Previous experience in healthcare laundering processes

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.