Senior Custodian, Per Diem - Ronald Reagan Medical Center

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare team dedicated to improving patient lives at an esteemed institution. In this role, you will provide essential support by maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in various settings, including patient rooms and public areas. Your expertise in operating housekeeping equipment and commitment to superior customer service will play a vital role in creating a healing environment. This position offers the chance to work collaboratively with a diverse team and make a significant impact on the well-being of patients and staff alike. If you are passionate about cleanliness and service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to interact effectively with patients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned areas, including patient rooms and public areas.
• Operate various housekeeping equipment efficiently.
• Perform isolation room cleaning and high/low dusting.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Housekeeping Equipment Operation

Time Management

Initiative

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Tools

Vacuum Cleaners

Floor Machines

Carpet Extractors

Pressure Cleaning Machines

Job description

Description

This position may be converted to career.

Serving at UCLA Health will give you the opportunity to use your specialized abilities to help improve the lives of our patients, their families, and your fellow UCLA Health team members. You'll provide critical support that makes healing happen. We'd love to have you join us.

Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of a Custodial supervisor, clean assigned areas, patient rooms, nursing stations, ancillary rooms, exam rooms, procedure rooms, conference rooms, offices, hallways, corridors, public areas, etc.
• Operate vacuum cleaners, buffers, wall and window washing equipment, shampoo machines, and floor machines.
• Sweep, strip, and wax floors.
• Perform isolation room cleaning.
• Perform high and low dusting.
• Clean vertical and horizontal surfaces using approved cleaning solutions.
• Knowledge in the correct use and storage of disinfectants, cleaning solutions, soaps, detergents, and floor waxes is preferred.

Salary Rate: $25.80/hourly

Qualifications

• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy while directing co-workers.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients, customers, and colleagues, demonstrating superior customer service and teamwork.
• Ability to operate all types of housekeeping equipment (vacuum cleaners, floor machines, carpet extractors, auto scrubbers, pressure/steam cleaning machines, etc.).
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, comprehending, and communicating in English.
• Ability to take initiative and follow through.
• Ability to work within defined time constraints.
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent bending while standing.
• Lifting, pushing, and pulling a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Stoop and squat movements.
• Twisting and bending of the neck forward and backward.
• Working in a standing position for long periods.