Housekeeping Aide (Part-Time)

Salamatof & Teya Companies Career Portal Show Map Base Pay $19.85 - $19.85 / Hour Employee Type PHN - Reg Part Time - NE Contact information Description Benefits All benefits and paid time off will be provided, as set forth by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Job Summary The Housekeeping Aide performs a variety of environmental services duties in support of patient care operations at Kenner Army Health Center, Fort Lee, VA. The Housekeeping Aide is responsible for maintaining clean, safe, and infection‑controlled patient rooms, clinical areas, and support spaces in compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC), CDC, OSHA, and AHE standards, and in accordance with the facility’s environmental healthcare procedures and hospital objectives. Duties and Responsibilities The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. Cleans and supplies patient rooms, wards, nursing stations, exam rooms, lounges, lavatories, bathrooms, offices, corridors, and all other assigned areas in accordance with environmental healthcare procedures, hospital objectives, and AHE service level classification standards. Uses cleaning devices including light mops, wringers, microfiber systems, dusters, HEPA‑filtered vacuums, and other necessary tools, EPA‑registered chemicals, and supplies in accordance with product label instructions and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements. Performs specific cleaning tasks including dusting horizontal and vertical surfaces; emptying and sanitizing waste receptacles and removing trash; damp‑wiping and disinfecting furniture and high‑touch surfaces; cleaning and polishing metal and porcelain bathroom fixtures; dry‑mopping and wet‑mopping floors; applying EPA‑registered disinfectants with proper dwell times per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 and facility infection control protocols; spot‑cleaning walls and windows; replenishing room supplies; making and changing beds; and sorting and distributing linen. Responds to and cleans emergency spills observed or upon request; applies appropriate spill containment, biohazard cleanup procedures, and regulated medical waste (RMW) handling protocols as required by OSHA and facility policy. Maintains assigned equipment in clean, safe, and operational condition; reports equipment defects or needed repairs to the supervisor in a timely manner. Reports observed facility defects in equipment, furniture, building components, and fixtures to the supervisor or facilities management promptly. Performs other duties as assigned. General Requirements Must wear uniform and comply with all departmental work rules, DoD access control requirements, and Fort Lee installation security badging standards. Must have knowledge of all department policies, procedures, infection control standards, and OSHA chemical safety (HazCom/GHS) requirements. Must be willing and able to assist in the event of an emergency at the facility, including patient care support, evacuation assistance, and biohazard cleanup. Will receive training in disaster preparedness, Transmission‑Based Precaution protocols, and Anti‑Terrorism Level I awareness, and must be prepared to respond as directed. Required Qualifications and Experience To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Adequate written and oral English language skills are required to read SDS labels, follow written cleaning procedures, and communicate effectively with supervisors and facility personnel. Must be able to take directions, follow established cleaning protocols and infection control procedures, and carry out all assignments thoroughly and completely. Must demonstrate reliability and the ability to perform assigned duties to established quality and productivity standards without constant supervision, consistent with AHE healthcare environmental services guidelines. Must be available for all shifts in a 24/7 operational environment, including evenings, nights, weekends, and federal holidays, as required by the contract and facility operational needs. HIPAA and Safety Must perform all duties in a manner that assures the confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and safety of patients, visitors, and staff at all times, in full compliance with HIPAA regulations and facility patient rights policies. Must comply with all DoD and Fort Lee installation access control and security requirements, and complete a federal background investigation and pre‑employment drug screening prior to start date. Physical Demands and Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Capabilities: Physical Demands Able to bend, stoop, carry, kneel, push, pull, and lift. Walking / Standing 60% Knowledge and use of a ladder. Bending / Stooping 15% Push stocked carts of up to 80 pounds. Reaching / Extending 10% Reaching overhead. Kneeling / Crouching 10% Twisting / Turning 5% Note: Per BLS Occupational Requirements Survey (ORS), workers in this classification (SOC 37-2011) are on their feet approximately 95% of the workday; seated time is minimal. Additional Position Duties This position description is intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Other duties may be assigned, and the company reserves the right to modify, interpret, and apply the job description as necessary. This position description is not a contract for employment and employment is “at‑will” unless otherwise stated in a Union contract, employment agreement, or where prohibited by local, state, or federal regulations. EEO Statement It is the company’s policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude, and experience, to provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non‑work‑related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected status. When applicable, the company’s policy of non‑discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force, and benefits. It is the company’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodation, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY