Housekeeping Aide

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. Performs a variety of environmental services to maintain assigned areas in a clean and orderly condition. EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: High school diploma or equivalent CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair; report problems to the supervisor. Cleans all assigned areas, including patient rooms, exam rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, OR rooms, offices and equipment, following established procedures. Removes trash from all assigned areas. Replenishes paper towels, toilet paper, and soap in all locations of assigned areas to assure adequate supply. Makes beds, following established cleaning procedures in all patient discharge rooms and on‑call rooms as assigned. Maintains assigned equipment in clean, working condition, reporting problems and suggestions to the supervisor. Moves equipment, furniture, boxes, wash walls, spot carpets, etc. as assigned. Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. For Facilities With Specialty Accreditation Requirements Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have physical ability to perform cleaning tasks such as mopping, reaching and bending and operating floor equipment such as vacuum cleaners, autoscrubbers, buffers, etc. Must meet Department of Labor's Heavy Duty Standard. Capable of wearing appropriate PPE for an extended period of time WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids and different types of cleaning chemicals. Skills And Abilities Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital. Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of assigned areas, necessary supplies and equipment Must be able to read and follow written work assignments. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company STJ St. Joseph's Hospital Cost Center 612 STJ Environmental Services Address 1 Amalia Drive Buckhannon West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Hospital