Healthcare Infection-Control Cleaning Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Full-time role

Training provided

Supportive team

PPE & supplies

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Services Worker for a healthcare facility in Mossel Bay (South Africa). The role focuses on maintaining a sterile, safe environment by cleaning patient rooms, theatres, and common areas in accordance with strict sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include disinfection of rooms, sanitizing equipment, waste disposal, and ensuring supplies and equipment are well-maintained.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare cleaning is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control and hazardous waste disposal.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.
• Physical stamina to stand/walk for long periods.
• Compassionate, professional demeanor respecting privacy.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, bathrooms, and common areas following infection control protocols.
• Sanitize high-touch surfaces, medical equipment, and facility fixtures.
• Dispose of regulated medical waste and general trash safely.
• Maintain stock of cleaning supplies and keep equipment clean.
• Perform floor care: sweeping, mopping, polishing for a safe environment.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Services Worker for a healthcare facility in Mossel Bay (South Africa). The role focuses on maintaining a sterile, safe environment by cleaning patient rooms, theatres, and common areas in accordance with strict sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include disinfection of rooms, sanitizing equipment, waste disposal, and ensuring supplies and equipment are well-maintained.