Laundry Aide HCC

PruittHealth; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Laundry Aide to ensure the cleanliness and organization of laundry services. This role involves tending to laundering machines, sorting and folding laundry items, and maintaining a clean workspace. The ideal candidate will have a keen attention to detail and a willingness to learn, as on-the-job training will be provided. Join a team that values quality care and teamwork, where your contributions will directly impact the comfort of patients and residents. If you are ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• On-the-job training is provided for all new hires.
• Preferred experience in healthcare laundering processes.

Responsibilities

• Sorts, folds, and delivers laundry items for patients/residents.
• Maintains cleanliness of laundry area and equipment.
• Understands and follows safety precautions for chemicals.

Skills

Laundry Management

Attention to Detail

Chemical Handling

Education

High School Degree

Job description

Job Description - Laundry Aide HCC (2505196)

Laundry Aide HCC - 2505196

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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