Linen Worker

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Mercy Medical Center time type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR103900
** Work Shift
** Day
* * Scheduled Weekly Hours
** 20
* * Summary
* * This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing essential linen functions throughout the hospital and external sites. Primary work will consist of unloading clean linen, loading dirty linen, some washing of linens, assembling linen carts, and delivering linen carts and supplies. All work is completed in a friendly, safe/sanitary way following infection control guidelines, universal precautions and directives from EVS Management Team.
** Job Description
**** Job Duties
*** Participates in unloading clean linen from contracted services truck and transport down to Linen Department where linens are inventoried and placed on carts.
* Pushes or pulls linen carts to appropriate patient care areas.
* Drives the hospital truck with clean linen deliveries and dirty pickup of linens from external hospital sites in a safe way.
* Loads and unload the washer and dryer used in the department.
* Uses the proper chemicals in the washer in the department.
* Masters correct types of linens used in different areas of the hospital and external sites.
* Observes and trains on the proper use of standard precautions.
* Responds to linen request made from patient care areas.
* Keeps work area/equipment clean and safe.
* Follows universal precautions while handling dirty linen.
* Rotates weekends/holidays as assigned.
* Participates in meetings and projects.
* Orders linen to keep the inventory operational and functional.
* Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.
** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

*** Must be able to speak, read, and write in fluent English.
* Basic math skills, including the ability to count
* Computer literacy
* Must maintain neat appearance and professional image
* Courteous guest relation skills
* Adapt to seeing blood, body fluids and body waste. Hospital supplied scrubs will be worn in this position for infection control standards.
** Professional Experience
*** Prior linen room experience preferred
** Education
* ** High School Diploma/GED preferred
** Licensure, Certification, Registration
*** N/A
** Pay Rate Type
** Hourly
* ** Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.
*** Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.# ##
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** We welcome the chance to meet with you and share our current opportunities, including information on our exciting sign-on bonuses for select positions!
** Mercy Cedar Rapids is a growing healthcare system, rooted in purpose and driven by people - like you.  We care for those who care for others with competitive pay and generous benefits. But we don’t just offer jobs, it’s the sense of community and shared purpose – our dedication to caring for the sick - that really sets Mercy apart as an employer.
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*** The Mercy Touch — it’s compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more.
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