PT- WMCH-Housekeeper

WVU Medicine; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

WMCH Weirton Medical Center is seeking a part-time housekeeping aide to perform routine cleaning in patient care and non-patient areas. The role involves servicing floors, restrooms, and lounges, with emphasis on sanitation and safety, and requires a high school diploma.

Responsibilities include replenishing supplies, disposing of waste, and assisting with emergency evacuation training. The position supports the hospital environment and may involve off-site locations or cross-training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to read and follow written work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Maintains hard floors via mopping and carpets with appropriate equipment.
• Replenishes supplies and keeps restrooms stocked with paper supplies.
• Gathers and disposes of trash and infectious waste per procedures.
• Cleans and disinfects patient and non-patient areas.
• Sanitizes bathrooms, rest rooms, lounges, and exam rooms.
• Assists in disaster and emergency evacuation training as directed.
• May provide housekeeping at off-site locations.
• May be cross-trained in other areas.

Skills

Cleaning and sanitation

Flexible scheduling

Teamwork

Reading and following assignments

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

Performs routine cleaning duties within designated patient care area. Cleans and disinfects assigned areas occupied by patients; offices; and ancillary areas; and lounge areas to maintain a safe, healthy and aseptic environmental for personnel, patients and visitors.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains all hard surface floors via mopping as required.
• Maintains all carpeted surfaces using assigned equipment.
• Move furniture with proper equipment and help as assigned. Arrange furniture in assigned manner for special functions or routine cleaning.
• Replenishes supplies as assigned. Keeps patient restrooms stocked with paper supplies.
• Gathers and disposes of trash, infectious waste and recycling items properly.
• Cleans and disinfects according to specified cleaning procedures in patient and non-patient areas.
• Arrange furniture to maintain an orderly and attractive environment.
• Sanitizes patient bathrooms, public rest rooms, employee lounges, and exam rooms.
• Participates in disaster and emergency evacuation plans as directed; attends training programs regarding new supplies and equipment.
• Sanitizes bed, patient room and bathroom upon patient discharge, also makes bed with clean linen.
• Verifies that all electrical equipment in the patient care area is in working condition i.e., nurse call, bed control, light bulb. Initiates work order via Housekeeping Supervisor to correct all deficiencies.
• Utilizes chemicals properly and safely in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and procedures. Operates equipment safely following manufacturer's and departmental operating procedures.
• Checks walls and carpets for soiled spots; washes walls, shelves and windows; dusts furniture and window sills.
• Provides spot cleaning of all spills and accidents. Notifies Supervisor if further assistance is required.
• Maintains work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition; carries out all routine user upkeep of equipment and promptly reports mechanical failure to Facilities Management.
• May provide housekeeping services at off site locations and/or hospital locations.
• May be cross trained in other areas.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent standing, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids and different types of cleaning chemicals.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital.
• Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests.
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of assigned areas, necessary supplies and equipment
• Must be able to read and follow written work assignments.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

WMCH Weirton Medical Center

Cost Center

612 WMCH Environmental Services

Address

601 Colliers Way

Weirton

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.