Hospital Custodian - Harborview Medical Center

Seattle, WA Full time Job Description Harborview Medical Center - Environmental Services has an outstanding opportunity for Hospital Custodians . WORK SCHEDULES - CURRENT OPENINGS 100% FTE (40 hours per week), Night Shift, 11:00pm-7:30am DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION Our staff team contribute to UW Medicine Patients Are First healthcare team by providing a clean, healthy, and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Our services at Harborview Medical Center housekeeping, linen, and waste management. Harborview Medical Center has received multiple awards for its environmental sustainability efforts, including the Top 25 Environmental Excellence Award from Practice Greenhealth. Harborview has also been recognized with the Greenhealth Emerald Award and the Circle of Excellence Awards. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Under general supervision, the individual in this role will maintain cleanliness and care of facilities in inpatient and non-patient areas and administrative offices as assigned. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Cleans and disinfects all furniture, fixtures, and equipment according to procedure. Removes and properly handles soiled linen; disinfects and remakes beds in patient rooms; dust and wet mops hard floors with disinfectant. Empties/relines wastebaskets, regulated medical waste containers, and recycle containers. Performs bloodborne pathogen and chemical spill containment and clean-up according to procedure. Strips, cleans, buffs, and applies finish to floors. Performs in between case cleaning and terminal cleaning of surgical, obstetrical, and invasive procedure rooms including flood mopping and disinfecting according to procedure. Vacuums and spot clean carpets; operates automated carpet shampooers and extractors. Follows written and/or verbal instructions regarding the use of chemicals, personal protective apparel, supplies, and equipment. REQUIREMENTS Physical ability to do required work. ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. ( ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team ( . Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $21.63 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $29.99 hourly Other Compensation: Night Shift Differential Pay: $2.50 per hourWeekend Differential Pay: $2.00 per hour Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: WFSE HMC About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 ( . To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ( . 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