Housekeeper

Job Description

At University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.

The Environmental Services Aide cleans assigned areas thoroughly ensuring the hospital meets CDC guidelines for Infection Controls. Stock assigned area with basic supplies, including linen, soiled linen bags, paper towels, soap, sanitizer & toilet paper. This will be accomplished by following hospital procedures for cleaning the different departments that are unique by vacuuming, sweeping, high dusting, mopping, sanitizing all furniture in a patients room or in common areas of the hospital, restrooms, walls, vents, cleaning windows, and any other duties deemed necessary for hospital cleanliness. Must be able to work every other weekend.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

• High School Diploma Preferred
• Previous Clinical Housekeeping experience Preferred

Essential Functions

• Cleaning Services: Cleans assigned areas thoroughly, ensuring facilities meet sanitation regulations and Infection Control standards.
• Cleans, sweeps, dusts, mops, and/or polishes assigned areas or buildings.
• Stocks assigned areas with basic supplies.
• Checks area after cleaning to ensure departmental guidelines are followed.
• Cleaning Support Activities: Performs appropriate follow-up, documentation, and compliance activities related to cleaning procedures.
• Documents work performed according to department standards.
• Communicates with appropriate personnel regarding cleanliness status, (e.g., when patient room is ready for discharge, etc.)
• Complies with all applicable JCAHO, OSHA, and related standards regarding chemical/supply use and documentation.
• Informs supervisor of inventory and supply needs.
• Safety: Identifies potential safety hazards in work areas and takes appropriate action to ensure safety of self and others.
• Identifies potential safety hazards or problems in work areas.
• Takes appropriate measures for safety of self and others in work area.
• Reports and/or communicates correct information concerning safety hazards to appropriate personnel.

EEOC Statement

University Hospitals Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.