Housekeeping Aide

HousekeepingMaintains standards established for general cleaning, which include mopping, vacuuming, disinfecting, trash removal and changing linens. Documents assignments completion and safety hazards. Stocks supplies. Participates in staff and guest relations. Attends meetings.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Cleans room and changes linen in patient areas upon dischargeDusts and scrubs patient rooms, ancillary areas, operating rooms, loungesCleans bath and shower areaRemoves trash from buildingMops floorsResponds to emergency calls for unplanned clean-upsVacuums floorsStocks clean and soiled utility rooms, isolation cupboards, carts and dispensersReplenishes soap and paper suppliesRemoves soiled linen from hampersCleans equipment and cart for following shift and restocks housekeeping closetCompletes daily work sheets, reports safety hazards and/or needed repairsCleans officesAssists in training new staffPerforms other department related duties as assignedCollects medical waste and pharmaceutical wasteQualifications:Required:Ability to read and writePreferred:Previous experience working in a healthcare Housekeeping Department.