Porter

Main Function: To maintain the facility in a clean and orderly manner with emphasis on antiseptic techniques. Qualifications: 1. The porter should have completed grammar school and preferably be a high school graduate. He or she should be in good physical condition and have the ability and understanding to work in a geriatric setting. 2. The porter should be neat, pleasant, dependable, cooperative and interested in his or her job. 3. Each employee of Meadowbrook Healthcare is expected to work in a safe and injury free manner. 4. Required to undergo a background check; which must be approved by NYSDOH-CHRC for employment and must maintain such status. Employment eligibility and continuation of employment, will be at, but not limited to, the discretion of the NYSDOH-CHRC, OMIG List of Exclusion, and the NYS Department of Education. General Functions: 1. Collection of waste receptacles in the facility. 2. Dust mop, damp mop, buff, strip and wax the floors of the facility. 3. Report any maintenance problems and safety hazards to the maintenance department, or the Director of Housekeeping. 4. Clean and supply main janitor closets with proper materials and equipment. 5. Assist with removal and placement of resident belongings upon discharge or transfer. 6. Clean, according to instructions specific to the type of precaution, patient rooms on Completion of isolation stay. 7. Fill out daily assignment sheets on work tasks. 8. Answer call lights.