Linen Technician

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare seeks a Linen Technician to ensure safe handling, sanitation, distribution and tracking of linen across the facility, while also collecting and removing waste and regulated medical waste in support of patient care and safety.

The role emphasizes infection prevention, strict sanitation standards, and timely responses to routine and STAT service requests, with interaction across patients, families, and staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow infection prevention, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to manage time-sensitive requests and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle linen sanitation, distribution and tracking to ensure availability of clean linen.
• Manage waste streams and regulatory compliance in accordance with safety standards.
• Respond to routine and urgent service requests with attention to infection prevention practices.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Infection prevention

Time management

Inventory control

Job description

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career.

Expected pay for this position is $17.66 - $19.63/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Linen Technician is responsible for the safe handling, sanitation, distribution, ordering, and tracking of linen, as well as the collection, segregation, and removal of waste and regulated medical waste (RMW) throughout the facility. This position ensures the continuous availability of hygienically clean linen and the proper management of waste streams to support patient care, visitor comfort, Mission Partner safety, and regulatory compliance. This role is a critical contributor to infection prevention and environmental safety through strict adherence to sanitation, safety, and quality standards. The position responds to routine, urgent, and STAT service requests and may interact with patients, families, and staff in a manner appropriate to the population served while upholding organizational policies and infection prevention practices.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow infection prevention, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to manage time-sensitive requests and work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately track inventory and follow established processes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Prior experience in environmental services, laundry, materials handling, or a service-related role.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.