Housekeeper

Patient AmbassadorAre you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.Patient ambassador for the hospital, interacting with patients while cleaning, using appropriate chemicals to clean and/or sanitize the areas assigned, following infection control procedures, and utilizing the duty list checklist.Additionally, if qualified, floor care/maintenance is performed, including burnishing, top scrub & recoat, strip and applying new finish, and bonneting.Additionally, if applicable, responsible for maintaining linen levels and ensuring that positive interactions occur between linen supply and the areas that are receiving linen.Responsibilities:Demonstrates knowledge of department policies and procedures.Clean assigned area per the 10 Step Cleaning method and any other specific requirements per the assigned duties/duty list checklist.Uses appropriate chemicals, techniques, and infection control procedures while cleaningFollow assigned duties for the day listed on the duty list/daily check list.Incorporates scripting/GREAT into daily tasks.Follows all EPIC policies and procedures per Department standards.Reports any maintenance or repairs needed immediately to management or identifies on daily checklist.Performs related services such as changing curtains, stocking suppliesMaintains equipment, tools and storage areas in clean, orderly and good operating condition.Manage inventory levels in each department:Exchange cartOn AM carts, ensure that the par levels are correct on the cart and take them to their destination.Count all linen on the carts and bring them back up to the par level before delivering them (usually done the day before so they are ready for am run).Floor carts/closets:Load inventory on carts to be distributed to the unitsCount all linen on unit carts and replace items to correct PAR levelsRestocking PMMay round units with IPad or other recording device to see what unit linens are needed to meet their PAR level.Fill inventory cart of these linen items. (Some units are only delivered to in AM)May record final data utilizing the assigned IPad or by other method as requested by department leadership.Restocks and delivers clean linen to other parts of the hospital such as the clinic and outsourced couriersUnloads delivery of clean linen onto shelves in clean linen room and matches count of items received to items sent on invoiceMaintain the orderliness and cleanliness of the inventory room at all times (dust, wet moping the floors, taking out garbage, etc.)Problems – contact Direct Supervisor (or acting Supervisor) for any concerns that arise while providing services on units.Present yourself professionally and effectively with people within the hospital, nurses, nurse managers, clinicians, Central Supply, Materials Manager and the Environmental Service Department, etc.Other duties as assignedEducation:High School Diploma or equivalent, preferredSkills:AccountabilityAttention to DetailCustomer ServiceListeningMaintain ConfidentialityReliabilityPhysical Requirements:Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objectsPhysical Job Functions Frequency Balancing Occasional Climbing Occasional Crouching Occasional Typing/ Clerical/ Dexterity Occasional Grasping Frequent Hearing Frequent Kneeling Occasional Lifting Frequent Pulling Frequent Pushing Frequent Reaching Frequent Repetitive Motion Frequent Seeing/ Monitor/ Computer Use Occasional Stooping Occasional Talking Frequent Visual Acuity (color, depth, perception) Frequent Walking Frequent Fit Testing ConstantHazards:Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, burns, electricalFrequent chemical and mechanicalWorking conditions:Occasional: Extreme Temperatures, Noise, Vibration, Wet and/or Humid, Dust, Fumes, Gases, Mists, Odors.Travel:No Travel RequiredBassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick timeMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability protectionRetirement benefits including an employer matchAnd more!Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.USD $16.98/Hr. USD $25.47/Hr.We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.