Linen Services Assistant - Full Time

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health seeks a Linen Services Assistant to support distribution of clean linens, processing rinsed linen, and laundering items as requested. Responsibilities include handling verbal, written, or telephone requisitions for supplies and prioritizing emergency requests.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and excellent communication. Medium work demands and exposure to detergents are potential conditions; adherence to safety policies is essential.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Basic computer skills: e-mail, e-learning, schedule reviews, policies and procedures.
• Manual dexterity and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Distribute clean linen and process rinsed linen.
• Launder other items as requested and fulfill requisitions.
• Maintain safety and infection control policies; meet deadlines.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Effective communication

Conscientiousness

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type

Full time Shift:

Day Shift

Description

Full Time

6am - 2:30pm every other weekend and every other holiday

Mission Statement

We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Relationship-BASED CAREGUIDING PRINCIPLES

Caring and healing practices are found in relationships, communication and the hospital setting. Patients are actively involved in their care and experience a therapeutic relationship with the caregiver.

Patient care is designed to meet patient and family needs while taking into account the unique needs of each patient. These values are consistent in practice and include patient advocacy, safety and education.

Teamwork promotes clinical excellence and is rooted in effective communication, accountability and continuity of care and respect for co-workers.

Caring leaders create an environment in which caring relationships happen. These leaders emerge from all levels of the network helping to create a shared vision reflecting the mission, vision, and values of St. Joseph's.

Position Summary

Responsible for distribution of clean linen, processing rinsed linen, and laundering other items, as requested. Dispense products requested by verbal, written or telephone requisitions for supplies. Identify and assign priority to emergency requisitions.

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure

High School graduate or equivalent preferred.

Basic computer skills required: e-mail (communicate -send and receive), mandatory education (e-learning), review schedules, policies and procedures, employee engagement surveys, etc..

Special Equipment, Skills or Other Requirements

Manual dexterity. Must be extremely conscientious with regard to procedures. Ability to communicate effectively.

Work Environment and Hazards

Must be able to work in a confined area at times. Intermittent or frequent exposure to one or more mildly unpleasant physical conditions. Many tasks are detailed, repetitious and slow. Must meet deadlines. Must interrupt work to priority performs tasks. Hazards of working with detergents. Must accept pressure assignments. Belongs to Exposure Class I, which involves routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions, or secretions.

Physical Demands

Medium work: must be able to lift, bend, stoop, push and pull. Stands or walks most of the shift. Appreciable effort or strain with frequent lifting. Some handling and pushing of equipment and carts required.

Work Contact Group

All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.

Supervised By

Supervisor, Manager or Director

Supervises

None

Career Path

Other management levels in Linen.

General Performance Criteria: Linen Services Assistant

• Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in a clean organized condition to maintain required regulatory standards.
• Ensure that par levels of clean linens are available to all areas.
• Processes phone request appropriately.
• Process and credit reject linen.
• Maintain standard precautions and demonstrate proper handwashing.
• Adheres to hospital confidentiality statement.
• Utilize Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Adheres to hospital infection control policies.
• Reports any equipment damage and safety hazards in the work environment to manager/designee.
• Reports to work as scheduled and on time.
• Completes assignments as scheduled.
• Attends mandatory training.
• Performs all other responsibilities as directed
• Actively participate in Trinity Health's engagement platform (Standout)

Pay Range

$16.20- $24.30

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.