Laundry Aide HCC

Pruitthealth Corporation; Ridgeway (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Pruitthealth Corporation is seeking a dedicated Laundry Aide in Ridgeway, South Carolina to ensure the cleanliness and organization of laundry for patients. Responsibilities include operating laundering machines, sorting and folding laundry, and maintaining a clean working area.

The ideal candidate should preferably have a High School Degree and will receive on-the-job training. Previous experience in healthcare laundering processes is a plus. The position promotes a clean, safe environment for patients.

Qualifications

• High School Degree preferred.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Previous experience in healthcare laundering processes.

Responsibilities

• Tends laundering machines to clean sheets and personal articles.
• Folds and sorts laundry and personal clothing items.
• Delivers clean laundry to designated areas.

Skills

Laundry handling

Sorting and folding

Attention to detail

Education

High School Degree

Job description

Job Description - Laundry Aide HCC (2608415)

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

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

Qualifications

• Minimum Education Required: High School Degree preferred.
• Minimum Experience Required: On-the-job training provided.
• Additional Qualifications: Previous experience in healthcare laundering processes.

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.