Patient-Care Housekeeper I

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Virginia; On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life insurance

Retirement plans

14 paid holidays in 2026

Annual leave and sick leave

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in Virginia is hiring a Housekeeping Worker I at Catawba Hospital. The role involves cleaning patient care areas, offices, and living spaces to maintain a safe, sanitary environment in line with hospital policies and EPA guidelines.

You will handle waste and linen, replenish supplies, report maintenance concerns, and support infection control practices.

Qualifications

• Proficient in use of cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge and application of cleaning instructions according to policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates competencies as defined on attached form.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary healthcare environment by cleaning and disinfecting patient care areas, offices, treatment spaces, equipment, and living quarters.
• Handle waste and linen, replenish supplies, sanitize equipment, and support special event setups.
• Report maintenance or security concerns and uphold infection control standards.

Skills

Cleaning equipment use

Cleaning instructions

Competency demonstration

Job description

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in Virginia is hiring a Housekeeping Worker I at Catawba Hospital. The role involves cleaning patient care areas, offices, and living spaces to maintain a safe, sanitary environment in line with hospital policies and EPA guidelines.

You will handle waste and linen, replenish supplies, report maintenance concerns, and support infection control practices.