Laundry Aide HCC

PruittHealth; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing quality care as a Laundry Aide. In this role, you will ensure that patients' laundry is impeccably cleaned, sorted, and delivered, contributing to their comfort and well-being. This position offers on-the-job training, making it a great opportunity for those looking to start a career in healthcare. You'll be part of a family-oriented environment that values every member's contribution. If you're ready to make a difference and work in a supportive setting, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Preferred high school degree and familiarity with laundry processes.
• On-the-job training provided for all necessary skills.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and folds laundry, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
• Operates washing and drying machines according to protocols.
• Maintains a clean laundry area and handles soiled items properly.

Skills

Laundry Handling

Stain Removal Techniques

Chemical Safety Knowledge

Education

High School Degree

Tools

Laundry Machines

Job description

Job Description - Laundry Aide HCC (2505104)

Laundry Aide HCC - 2505104

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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