Housekeeper

VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER Job Description Environmental Services The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization. TITLE: Housekeeper JOB OVERVIEW: Responsible for a variety of housekeeping duties in and around the hospital. Assists where necessary in order to provide the hospital with a clean and sanitary environment. All other duties as requested/required. ROLE: See job description for Service Partner for generic job duties. AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: As listed in the department master schedule and monthly work schedules. RESPONSIBLE TO: Manager/Assistant Manager/Supervisor of Environmental Services. PREREQUISITES: * 6 months of experience in commercial housekeeping highly preferred. * Demonstrates understanding of written and verbal communications in English. * Leads must have 6 months experience in housekeeping at Valley Medical Center. * Successful completion of the WorkSteps evaluation. * Working knowledge of computers highly preferred. QUALIFICATIONS: * Communicates effectively in English. * Demonstrates good interpersonal skills in a diverse population. * Able to work on assigned shift. * Able to work on weekends. * Works independently. UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to stand during the majority of the shift. The job includes walking on hospital campus approximately 5 hours or more depending on job assignment. Requires pushing/pulling of trash and linen carts requiring a push/pull force of 48 lbs. Requires bending, stretching, stooping, reaching overhead, and twisting of wrists and arms. Rarely requires kneeling. Lifting up to 32 pounds with proper body mechanics and/or equipment/additional personnel. Exposure to various typical cleaning solutions, cleaning implements, such as mops, brooms rags, buffers, and trash containers with the use of personal protective equipment according to procedures. Exposure to physical elements including heat, cold, fumes and chemicals, blood and body fluids with the use of personal protective equipment according to procedures. Transports various kinds of housekeeping supplies and types of equipment within the area of assignments and throughout the facility. Cleans areas 10 feet above floor level with an extension tool. Collect waste and linen from designated work areas. Ergonomics/Physical Requirements: Physical Activity Required: "Seldom" designates 1 lift or activity per hour up to a maximum of 8 lifts in an 8-hour work day "Occasionally" indicates a maximum of 1 lift or activity per 3 minutes; 20 lifts or activities per hour, up to a maximum of 140 lifts or activities in an 8-hour work day. Another definition is 33% of the time. "Frequently" indicates 1 lift or activity per 1.5 minutes; 40 lifts or activities per hour, up to a maximum of 280 lifts or activities in an 8-hour work shift. Another definition is 34% to 66% of the time. "Continuously" indicates 1 lift or activity per minute, 60 lifts or activities per hour, up to a maximum of 420 lifts or activities in an 8-hour day. Another definition is 67% to 100% of the time. "Repetition" High = body part in constant fast motion to keep up; Medium = body part in steady motion with no difficulty in keeping up and infrequent pauses; Low = slow steady motion/exertion, frequent pauses to wait for equipment or rest, no difficulty keeping up. NA SELDOM OCCAS FREQ CONTINUOUS REPETITION Lifting under 10 lbs. X Lifting 11-20 lbs. X Lifting 21-40 lbs. X Lifting more than 50 lbs with assistance only X Carrying less than 10 lbs. Distance less than 10 ft X Carrying 11-20 lbs. Distance: X Carrying 21-40 lbs. Distance: X Carrying more than 40 lbs with assistance only X Pushing Force: X Pulling Force: X Reaching above shoulder height X Reaching to shoulder height X Reaching at arm's length X Twisting X Stooping/Bending X Bending Neck X Squatting X Kneeling X Crawling X Climbing ladders X Climbing stairs X Walk on uneven ground X Lying prone or supine X Operating foot controls X Repetitive Arm Motion X Repetitive Wrist/Hand Motion X Handling/Grasping X Fingering/Pinching X Power Gripping (stapling, assembling records) X Power Pinching X Keyboarding: Duration at one time: _____0_______Min. X EMPLOYEE MAY VARY PHYSICAL ACTIIVITY ACCORDING TO NEEDS: x YES NO Does the job involve possible exposure to blood and body fluids? _x__Yes ___No Does the job involve work with patients or work in patient care area? _X__Yes ___No PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES * Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Service Partner. * Unique Job Functions: * Cleans/performs assigned tasks and projects in the assigned area according to department procedures. * Fills out assignment completion report daily, turns it in to the shift supervisor at the end of the shift, and communicates all pertinent information regarding the assigned work area to the shift supervisor. * Communicates any cleaning needs/maintenance/repairs and other concerns in high visibility areas to the shift supervisor at the end of the shift. * Responds to customer cleaning requests in a timely manner. * Performs daily patient room cleaning and patient room discharge cleaning according to Environmental Services procedures. * Collects and transfers trash and soiled linen from the hospital to designated areas. * Empties waste receptacles and linen holders in designated areas. * Cleans trash/linen collection carts so that dirty carts are never used in the hospital. * Sweeps, dust mops and wet mops floors in designated areas. * Auto-washes, machine scrubs, burnishes, vacuums or periodically polishes floors with appropriate equipment/machines. * Washes walls, ceilings, and windows by hand, using water, cleaning solutions, sponges, and cloths. * Washes sinks, cabinets, and other plumbing fixtures. * Refills disposable supplies such as towels, soap, and toilet paper at designated areas. * Monitors quality, reports repair/maintenance needs and inspects own work daily. * Completes all special cleaning assignments as assigned and/or necessary. * Attends all department in-service and education meetings or reads posted meeting minutes. * Follows the policies, procedures, and practices outlined in the Employment Policies and Procedures Manual. Report any business practice/compliance concerns according to organization policy. * Performs all other duties as assigned. Housekeeper - Lead: *

• Insures adequate staffing levels in area of responsibility. * Insures adequate service at all times including work completed, staffing adjustments and assistance to staff as needed. * Answers telephone and responds in a timely manner. Waste and Linen: *
• Collects and handles waste and soiled linen according to department procedures. * Cleans/performs assigned tasks in the assigned area. Bovac/Projects: *
• Cleans/performs assigned tasks in the assigned area including vacuuming, projects, carpet/hard floor care and room setup. Moves/Projects: *
• Cleans/performs assigned tasks in the assigned areas including moves and project work. Job Qualifications: PREREQUISITES: * 6 months of experience in commercial housekeeping highly preferred. * Demonstrates understanding of written and verbal communications in English. * Leads must have 6 months experience in housekeeping at Valley Medical Center. * Successful completion of the WorkSteps evaluation. * Working knowledge of computers highly preferred. QUALIFICATIONS: * Communicates effectively in English. * Demonstrates good interpersonal skills in a diverse population. * Able to work on assigned shift. * Able to work on weekends. * Works independently.