Weekend Cleaning Technician

VNA Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VNA Health is seeking a Cleaning Technician to join its housekeeping team at Serenity House. This role focuses on maintaining a clean and safe environment, upholding high standards of infection control, and acknowledging the dignity of patients. Candidates should demonstrate empathy, initiative, and have a high school diploma, with preferred experience in healthcare settings.

Benefits

Fully-paid insurance premiums

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Wellness Benefit with annual reimbursement

Financial wellness program

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• One year of housekeeping experience in a hospital environment preferred.
• Displays initiative and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Empathy for the needs of terminally ill, frail, and impaired individuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain assigned work areas in a safe, clean, and comfortable manner.
• Report hazardous conditions to supervisors.
• Sort and wash soiled laundry to prevent the spread of infection.

Skills

Initiative

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Us:
At VNA Health, our mission is to revolutionize healthcare through compassion and innovation, ensuring every individual's well-being is prioritized. We're dedicated to empowering our employees to make a real difference in the lives of our patients and communities, driving positive change in healthcare. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and improve the health and dignity of those we serve.

Why Join Us:

• Fully-paid insurance premiums including dental, vision, basic life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual from the first day of employment.
• Wellness Benefit providing $1,000 annual reimbursement for fitness and wellness expenses.
• Financial wellness program with matching 403(b) Retirement Plan and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Supportive company culture promoting employee well-being through programs like the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and public transportation reimbursement.
• Competitive Compensation: $21 - 24 hourly
• Schedule: Fridays 8 - 5PM and Saturdays 12 - 8PM

Job Description Summary:

The Cleaning Technician is part of the housekeeping team and is responsible for maintaining the interior of the Serenity House facility in a safe, clean, orderly and attractive manner. The Inpatient Housekeeper fully supports the Core Values and is accountable for upholding the Standards of Behavior of VNA Health.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assure the assigned work areas are maintained in a safe, clean, comfortable and attractive manner
• Keep assigned work area free of hazardous objects (protruding mop/broom handles, supplies)
• Assure that established infection control and universal precaution practices are maintained when performing housekeeping or laundry procedures
• Report all hazardous conditions, equipment to your supervisor
• Assure housekeeping and laundry supplies and equipment are clean and properly stored
• Use protective clothing/devices when performing tasks that involve the handling of infectious waste, and/or blood, body fluids
• Sort and wash soiled laundry in accordance to established procedures, in a manner which prevents the spread of infection
• Clean linen is sorted and handled in a way to prevent cross-contamination
• Honor the patient’s personal space and property
• Maintain necessary records and reports in a timely manner
• Assists kitchen staff with washing dishes, cleaning carts and cleaning floors

Position Qualifications:

• One year of housekeeping experience in hospital environment, healthcare or related area, preferred
• High school diploma (or equivalent) is required
• Utilizes proper ergonomics and body mechanic techniques
• Displays initiative and able to work with minimal direct supervision
• Has empathy for the needs of the terminally ill, frail and impaired

Physical Qualifications:

• Ability to lift, push or pull 50 lbs
• Ability to stoop, bend and squat
• Ability to walk up one flight of stairs
• Ability to walk one mile
• Ability to sit for one hour, minimum
• Visual acuity
• Audio acuity

Apply today to be considered for our Weekend Cleaning Technician opening or email your resume [e-mail]!