Laundry Tech (Skilled Nursing Facility)

The Orchard; Squirrel Hill (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orchard Ltd in Mississippi is seeking a Laundry Attendant to operate the laundry department efficiently while meeting residents' needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

Responsibilities include handling clean and soiled laundry, operating equipment, following infection control procedures, and reporting garments needing repair to the supervisor. A high school diploma and experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• 1+ years in a commercial laundry setting preferred.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Compassion for and desire to work with elderly.
• Must meet state health requirements.
• Ability to perform all duties under essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Proper use and care for laundry equipment.
• Handle clean and soiled laundry appropriately.
• Use laundry supplies properly.
• Identify and report garments or linens in ill repair to supervisor.
• Distribute clothing to residents' rooms per theft loss program.
• Follow infection control procedures in handling, storage, washing and transporting garments.
• Perform duties in an effective, timely and professional manner.
• Follow laundry procedures per facility protocol.
• Adjust water temperature valves to maintain required temperatures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read & write English

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Purpose:

To implement laundry procedures to operate the laundry department in a cost-effective, efficient manner to safely meet resident's' needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• High School Diploma
• One (1) or more years working in a commercial laundry setting
• Ability to read and write English
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with elderly
• Must meet all state health requirements
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities under essential job functions

Essential Functions

• Proper use and care for laundry equipment
• Handle clean and soiled laundry appropriately
• Use laundry supplies properly
• Identify and report garments or linens in ill repair to supervisor
• Distribute clothing to residents' rooms in accordance with the theft loss program
• Follow infection control procedures through proper handling, storage, washing and transporting of all garments and linens.
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, timely and professional manner
• Follow laundry procedures in accordance with facility protocol
• Adjust water temperature valves to maintain required temperatures
• The job description provides a framework for the job, other duties may be assigned as necessary

Working Conditions

• Ability to work schedule and communicate availability according to policy

Physical/Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices)

• Medium Work - Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

OSHA Category Classification:

II: Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogen

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