Housekeeping II

Environmental Services Associate

Performs all duties of an Environmental Services Associate I and may perform a variety of moderately complex tasks related maintenance.

• Adheres to and supports team members in exhibiting TMCH values of integrity, community, compassion, and dedication.
• Identifies appropriate cleaning methods for specific environment.
• Identifies appropriate cleaning product; follows manufacturer directions and/or established hospital procedures for application of cleaning product.
• Collects refuse and deposits in allocated place for pickup and disposal; handles discarded hazardous materials safely and appropriately.
• Identifies and matches paper and soap products for appropriate dispensers and fills as required.
• Cleans and assists with basic daily maintenance of equipment; uses proper body techniques to move furniture or other items as needed.
• Follows procedures for scheduled removal or as needed maintenance and replacement of draperies and curtains.
• Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety and confidentiality policies and standards.
• Exhibits excellence in customer service through appropriate attitude and interaction with all patients, visitors, and staff.
• Performs terminal cleaning procedures of patient rooms and prepares room for new occupant; follows isolation procedures in isolation rooms.
• Makes recommendations concerning, painting, repairs, furnishings and furniture, relocation of equipment and allocation of space to improve sanitation, appearances, and efficiency.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Experience: One (1) year of TMCH housekeeping experience OR two (2) years of cleaning experience.

Licensure or Certification: None required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of best practices used on cleaning floors and general cleaning.
• Knowledge of cleaning products and how to use them properly.
• Ability to operate and maintain (general cleaning and troubleshooting) mechanical floor cleaners, polishers, and vacuums.
• Skill in organizing own work assignments and following directions.
• Ability to read or listen and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform basic computer tasks (e.g. log in and out, check e-mail, etc.).