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Independence Health System lists this HOUSEKEEPER- 3RD SHIFT opportunity in latrobe, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitlePerforms daily cleaning routine in patient rooms, public areas and ancillary areas. Maintains the healthcare environment in a clean, sanitary and attractive condition for patients, visitors and employees utilizing various cleaning equipment. Collects regulated and non-regulated waste, soiled linens and materials and places in designated locations per regulatory guidelines. In the absence of the Supervisor, employees will seek assistance from the Lead, Housekeeper who acts as liaison for this department to management.Job SummaryPerforms daily cleaning routine in patient rooms, public areas and ancillary areas. Maintains the healthcare environment in a clean, sanitary and attractive condition for patients, visitors and employees utilizing various cleaning equipment. Collects regulated and non-regulated waste, soiled linens and materials and places in designated locations per regulatory guidelines. In the absence of the Supervisor, employees will seek assistance from the Lead, Housekeeper who acts as liaison for this department to management.Essential Job FunctionsCleans and services any assigned hospital area/facility.Performs routine cleaning requests from customers within departmental duties.Performs daily clean-up and care of equipment and materials, etc.Meets hospital's established standards of cleanliness.Utilizes department established work patterns and cleaning steps.Collects and transports regulated and non-regulated waste, soiled linens, or materials to designated locations in a manner described in department procedure and per regulatory guidelines.Containers/Liners secured and placed in upright position to prevent spillage.Waste holding areas are cleaned daily.Obtains, utilizes and replenishes supplies in a cost effective manner according to hospital/department procedure.Accurately records supplies taken/removed on department inventory form.Records accurate data on all work related forms.Communicates on form as to status of task, verbally to shift charge person.Assures all requested data fields of forms are completed.Moves furniture including, but not limited to beds, chairs, gurneys in patient areas.Follows direction from the charge person.Utilizes resources to prevent damage to all surfaces.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsMust be 18 years of age.Good organizational skills, independent thinking skills, and sound judgment.Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.Excellent communication and customer services skills.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis position is based on a rotating schedule, Monday thru Sunday daylight hours. Hours subject to change based on needsIncumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).Work EnvironmentEffective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelinesWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - NeverExtreme Heat - xExtreme Cold - xHeights - xConfined Spaces - xExtreme Noise(>85dB) - xMechanical Hazards - xUse of Vibrating Tools - x - xOperates Vehicle - x - xOperates Heavy Equipment - xUse of Lifting/Transfer Devices - xRotates All Shifts - x - x8 Hours Shifts - x - x10-12 Hours Shifts - x - xOn-Call - xOvertime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk) - x - xTravel Between Sites - x - xDirect Patient Care - xRespirator Protective Equipment - x - xEye Protection - x - xHead Protection (hard hat) - xHearing Protection - xHand Protection - x - xFeet, Toe Protection - x - xBody Protection - x - xLatex Exposure - x - xSolvent Exposure - x - xPaint (direct use) Exposure - xDust (sanding) Exposure - x - xEthylene Oxide Exposure - xCytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure - x - xBlood/Body Fluid Exposure - x - xChemicals (direct use) Exposure - x - xMist Exposure - xWax Stripper (direct use) - x - xNon-Ionizing Radiation Exposure - xIonizing Radiation Exposure - xLaser Exposure - xPhysical DemandsWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - NeverBending (Stooping) - x - xSitting - x - xWalking - x - xClimbing Stairs - x - xClimbing Ladders - x - xStanding - x - xKneeling - x - xSquatting (Crouching) - x - xTwisting/Turning - x - xKeyboard/Computer Operation - x - xGross Grasp - x - xFine Finger Manipulation - x - xHand/Arm Coordination - x - xPushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) - x - 15#Carry - x - 10# - 35#Transfer/Push/Pull Patients - xSeeing Near w/Acuity - x - xFeeling (Sensation) - x - xColor Vision - x - xHearing Clearly - x - xPulling/Pushing Objects Overhead - x - xReaching Above Shoulder Level - x - xReaching Forward - x - xLifting Floor to Knuckle - 10# - xLifting Seat Pan to Knuckle - ### - 10# - 35#Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder - ### - 10# - 35#Lifting Shoulder to Overhead - ### - 15#When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/
Worksite address
latrobe, PA, 15650, US
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