Janitor, Healthcare

Job Summary

Reporting to the PHC Operations Manager, the Janitor is responsible for providing the cleaning and upkeep of PHC buildings and outdoor area. Maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for building tenants, patients, staff, and visitors in conformity with OSHA health and sanitary codes. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team that delivers high quality service performed in alignment of PHC values and procedures.

Ensures that building facilities are secure by locking doors and verifying alarm system is set. As a Janitor at PHC you must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned. The challenges encountered in this position include working around building tenants, patients, visitors, and staff without causing disruptions and working in clinical areas that require specialized cleaning needs, spill hazards assessments and determination if spills are medical, infectious or a routine spill and then use the appropriate procedure to follow in disposing of the spill.

• Sweep, clean, mop, scrub, and dust building floors.
• Removing trash frequently throughout the day
• Sterilize all building and PHC restroom areas, replenish soap and paper dispensers, clean mirrors, sinks, walls, and toilet areas
• Dust and cleaning all common areas, including walls (high and low)
• Cleans hallways, stairways, offices, food preparation or break areas
• Removing small and large debris
• Assisting with pest control measures
• Clean and vacuum furniture, fixtures doors and related furnishings by using appropriate cleaning supplies
• Clean and maintain a variety of floor coverings
• Clean/Sanitize exam rooms and waiting areas
• Transports cleaning supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas
• Replaces sharps containers, transports trash, and organizes storage closets
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes
• Possess the ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Respond timely and courteously to problems and requests of tenants
• Keep building entry ways dry and free of debris
• Participate in and support PHC safety programs and notify management if safety and sanitation standards are not being met
• Responsible for set up and disassembly of equipment and conference rooms for meetings and facility operations
• Complete additional duties as assigned

• Must have the ability to work effectively with people of all socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds
• Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean
• Complete annual education requirements
• Communicate appropriately and clearly with all staff
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and OSHA regulations
• Maintain and ensure patient confidentiality at all times
• Report to work on time and as scheduled
• Wear identification while on duty
• Maintain a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all staff
• Represent organization in a positive and professional manner
• Comply with all organizational policies

• Participates in security and fire-prevention systems in the building
• Conduct and document regular facility safety equipment audit
• Watch for safety hazard
• Know agency emergency procedures and where all emergencies' shut offs are located

• Support current organizational initiatives and exhibits creativity and flexibility in times of change
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Knowledgeable of JCAHO, federal and state standards/regulations

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• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• Must be able to read and interpret written instructions and work orders

• High school Diploma or GED required
• Two (2) years of hospital/clinic janitorial or housekeeping experience required
• At least one (1) year experience that evidences a working knowledge of commercial cleaning equipment and industrial cleaning processes
• Must be flexible to work all shifts, may be required to work overtime on occasion when the department is short of staff or in the event of an emergency
• Sound knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations

• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend written documents fluently
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred

• All candidates will be required to submit a criminal background check as a part of pre-employment
• Basic Life Support card or obtain one within one month of hire

• Required to use personal protective equipment necessary to maintain personal safety as task dictates or as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or designee

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• This job description includes the major duties and…