Housekeeping conveys quality and comfort by ensuring our facilities are clean, sanitized and beautiful for patients, families, staff and visitors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Complete cleaning functions in assigned areas to maintain an attractive, sanitary and orderly environment contributing to patient comfort, employee morale and staff satisfaction

· Clean and disinfect patient rooms, bathrooms and public areas using approved cleaning agents and following company policy

· Follow all infection control and safety standards

· Initiate and support positive relations with patients and co-workers

· Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment

· Empty trash cans and dispose of waste properly, including hazardous materials such as medical waste and infectious substances

· Report all aesthetic issues and damaged or broken equipment to director of facility services

· Replenish supplies on cleaning cart and in all assigned closets

· Deliver clean linens to closet

· Maintain all required housekeeping documentation

· Clean floors using care techniques of vacuuming; dry and damp mopping

· Collect parking lot trash

· Water plants during growing season

· Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and polishing

· Maintain stock of coffee, coffee supplies, snacks for families

· Check and record temperatures in family refrigerator and other assigned areas daily

· Clean outdoor furniture, decks, and patio furniture

· Assist with arranging flowers brought into the patient care unit

· Assist with carpet cleaning

· Assure all patient laundry is appropriately cleaned and restocked

· Perform wall washing, window cleaning and hanging draperies

· Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

· Knowledge of computer systems and software used

· Knowledge of proper cleaning methods and chemical use

· Excellent attention to details, quality and cleanliness

· Excellent time management skills

· Excellent customer service skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

§ High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

§ 1 year previous housekeeping experience preferred

Licensures & Certifications: (if applicable):

§ None listed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

§ Visual acuity to read written documentation and computer tasks

§ Speech and hearing skills necessary for telephone interaction and face to face contact

§ Ability to sit extended periods of time and perform administrative tasks

§ Ability to stand, bend and lift an average of 30 pounds

§ Manual dexterity with the ability to manipulate office equipment and keyboard for extended periods of time

§ Ability to walk, squat, kneel, climb and balance

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

§ Must have an automobile with required insurance coverage and state driver’s license