Non-Clinical – Environmental Services/Housekeeper

Shift: Day 5×8-Hour (07:00 – 15:30)

Description:

6 total openings needed

Maintains a clean, attractive and safe environment in assigned areas by performing a variety of appropriate cleaning, transport, equipment
handling, room set-up, trash removal, and linen handling duties. Performs a variety of general cleaning tasks to maintain patient rooms,
offices, hallways and other assigned areas of the facility. Distributes supplies to departments as needed and maintains stock levels. Gains
confidence and cooperation from peers and supervisors through effective communication and competent job performance. Adheres to all
local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure sanitization and safety while delivering optimal performance.
• Performs basic cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and procedures.
• Prevents the possible spread of infection by thoroughly sanitizing public areas and private rooms in clinical and non-clinical environments.
• Maintains an organized work environment, including the housekeeping cart, closet and storeroom by properly storing cleaning supplies and
chemicals.
• Removes, transports and disposes of regular, biohazard, sharps, chemotherapy, and other waste products within and throughout the
healthcare environment safely and according to established procedures.
• Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.
Performs general clerical tasks, such as answering phones and interacting with customers and patients on a daily basis.
• Prepares and completes accurate, job-related documentation including recording all spills, chemical and otherwise, maintaining inventory,
and completing incident reports in medical and departmental records as required.
Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after use.
• Inspects equipment accordingly for proper working order, reporting any insufficiencies to the supervisor.
• Follows department safety and sanitation standards including proper use of chemicals and personal protective equipment.
COMPLIANCE
• Performs job responsibilities in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state and federal
regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of service.
• Follows department safety and sanitation standards including proper use of chemicals and personal protective equipment.
EDUCATION:
HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
Department, Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center: DL-Valid Drivers License
Department, Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center: Auto Insurance
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of maintaining a sterile environment including proper cleaning procedures and various equipment.
Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Possess written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other hospital
personnel.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized
policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Ability to operate of basic environmental service equipment including mechanical floor cleaners, buffers, vacuums, washers, dryers and
more.