Housekeeper

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT CARNEGIE TRI-COUNTY MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL POSITION SUMMARY The Housekeeper provides a clean and sanitary environment within the facility and performs each task in accordance with departmental safety precautions within established procedures and schedules.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED High school graduate or equivalent.

Knowledge of housekeeping regulations in a hospital setting.

One (1) year of experience working in a hospital setting preferred.

BLS Certification required within 90 days of employment and throughout employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES) Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports and documents.

Ability to work independently, with no direction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITES The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily.

Each category will be assessed on performance measurements of appropriateness, efficiency, effectiveness, and timeliness.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key functions.

Performs sanitizing and disinfecting work throughout the hospital and clinics in patient care areas, exam rooms, waiting rooms, restrooms, offices, meeting rooms, ect.Performs general cleaning tasks such as but not limited to trash/recycling/biohazard removal, dusting, wet wiping, glass cleaning, vacuuming, polishing and mopping.

Adds and performs sections of "Detail Cleaning" such as wiping ceiling vents, high/low dusting, wiping furniture, edge vacuuming and baseboard cleaning.

Performs light extraction carpet cleaning and scrubbing of safety flooring using automated equipment.

Observes and inspects assigned areas for maintenance and security needs and reports needed repairs as soon as possible.

Performs basic equipment care, checks for wear and damage on assigned equipment.Complies with department Quality Control Reports and makes corrections to work quality quickly.

Must stay current and knowledgeable on proper disinfection practices and infection control requirements by following DSH standards and techniques for infection reduction.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Seek out external resources through conferences, workshops, etc.

as necessary.

Share professional knowledge with hospital staff, board members, and administrator.

Comply with HIPAA regulatory requirements.

Adhere to the hospitals philosophy, mission, policies and procedures.

Support the hospitals goals and objectives.

Maintains a good attendance record and follows all hospital rules, policies, and procedures.

Maintains open and effective communications with patients and their nurses, physicians, peers, supervisors, and students.

Establishes and mainta...