Aide, Housekeeping

Apply for the Aide, Housekeeping role at Kaiser Permanente Northwest
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Under direct supervision, perform a variety of designated housekeeping duties in the various hospitals, clinics, and houses, following routine or established procedures.

• Clean assigned areas by washing furnishings, walls, floors and equipment with special cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent spread of disease.
• Sanitize and polish sinks, mirrors, tubs, and similar equipment. Replenish supplies of soap, towels and other dispensable items.
• Strip, wash and make beds in the prescribed manner following correct discharge procedures; collect soiled linen and transport to the appropriate storage area.
• Empty waste baskets and ashtrays and arrange furniture in an orderly manner. Collect trash and infectious waste and dispose properly. Move furniture, supplies and miscellaneous related items.
• Clean mirrors, ledges, vents, light fixtures, fire extinguishers, cabinets, baseboards, bathroom fixtures and corners. Vacuum carpets and dust blinds.
• Spot and steam clean carpets; refinish tile floors; steam clean beds, stretchers and gurneys, and other rolling‑stock equipment as assigned.
• Report mechanical failures and negative conditions as observed.
• At the end of shift, return unused supplies to utility rooms, leave soiled linen and trash in designated areas, and clean cart and equipment.
• Follow established infection control protocol in terms of observing universal precautions and isolation cleaning procedures.
• Identify safety issues and report them promptly to the immediate supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Housekeeping (environmental hygiene) experience.

• N/A

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• Must be able to understand oral and written communication.
• Able to stand and walk the majority of the shift, and be able to lift, bend, reach, and twist repetitively.
• Able to lift 35 pounds frequently, 60 pounds occasionally, and push carts weighing up to 350 lbs.

• Commercial/Medical housekeeping experience.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Hospitals and Health Care

Location:

Portland, OR

Compensation: $1,000.00 - $1,400.00 per month.