Housekeeper​/Environmental Services​/Varied

POSITION:
Env Svcs Wkr/Housekeeper Position Summary

The Env Svcs Wkr/Housekeeper position is responsible for cleaning duties to maintain a clean and aseptic environment throughout the hospital. The position may be assigned to any one of several positions to include: patient areas cleaner, non-patient areas cleaner, trash technician, special care unit cleaner, and/or other positions as needed. Maintains a professional demeanor in accordance with the service excellence standards while interacting with patients, patient’s families (including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics) and coworkers.

This position is responsible for cleaning and servicing areas in the building according to the assignments for that area. Assignments include but are not limited to the following: sweeping, mopping, dusting, disinfecting any and all rooms in the hospital. Participating in project work that may include, but not limited to wall washing, window washing, cleaning light fixtures, cleaning upholstery, changing cubicle curtains and drapes, cleaning vents, scrubbing restrooms, floor stripping, carpet extracting, etc.

Individual must have a willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continual basis, accept supervision from a number of persons, and perform tasks despite frequent interruptions. Individual must have the ability to perform tasks with due consideration to patients, staff and visitors to the vicinity. Some initiative involved in determining cleaning to be done. Works under close supervision performing simple, standardized tasks and is responsible for working within the safety policies and procedures as defined by Medi-Dyn and Northwest Texas Healthcare System’s standards.

Report any unsafe working conditions or hazards to management immediately.

Immediate and reactive planning is required that may include: consideration for patients, staff and visitors; immediate judgment as to whether a particular task can be performed at a particular time or whether one can return to that task in the immediate future or not; assurance that the adequate amount of supplies and equipment are available to complete the task assigned. The position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Employee will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by supervisors.

• Retention Bonus Program if offered.
• Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

Education, Training, Experience and Licenses/Registrations

Required:

• Knowledge/education:
  Ability to understand and communicate in English both verbally and in writing. Additionally, ability to follow written and/or oral instructions, and to record completed assignments. A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience not specified.
• Training: 1-3 years.
• Licensure, registration, certification:
  None.

• Standing/Walking:
  Continuous. Worker is on his/her feet the majority of the day to perform the essential functions.
• Bending/Stooping:
  Frequent. Bending/stooping is required in most job activities, such as washing furniture, sweeping trash into a dust pan, emptying trash, cleaning showers and tubs, etc.
• Lifting/Handling:
  Occasional. Workers may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Carrying:
  Frequent. Workers are responsible for performing a push/pull motion when maneuvering cleaning cart, beds and furniture. Also required when mopping.
• Balancing:
  Occasional. Workers may be required to use ladders to reach high places to clean/disinfect.
• Twisting/Turning:
  Occasional. Workers may be required to perform twisting/turning motions when moving carts and mopping.
• Crouching/Stooping:
  Frequent. Workers may be required to…