JOB SUMMARY:

This position works split shifts 2 days 7:00 am - 3:30 pm and 3 days 1:00 pm - 9:30 pm. Also works every other weekend. Performs a wide range of housekeeping tasks and projects including the cleaning of restrooms, waiting areas, offices, and clinical areas. The areas that are to be cleaned also are not limited to medicine prep rooms that requires daily cleaning as well. Operation of equipment such as vacuum cleaners, upholstery shampooers, and others is required. Also, other housekeeping duties may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Works in a typical Medical Center environment subject to the hazards associated with such a facility. A flexible working schedule is required including overtime and weekend assignments. Must be able to move or position 50 lbs. independently. Extensive and constant amounts of physical effort required including moving around the units and operation of heavy machinery associated with waste removal and compacting. Preference for routine, organized activities performed according to predetermined Organization policies. High tolerance for pressure and stress due to task interruption as well as task overload. High tolerance for change. Duties require outside transferring trash to dumpster in inclement weather conditions.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:

Will contact and interact with nurses, doctors, visitors, patients and all other staff on a routine basis.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

Must be knowledgeable in the use of all chemicals and all equipment.  May need to carry beeper and answer pages.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR EQUIVALENTS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED preferred.  Must be able to read and write as well as follow verbal and written directions.

Key benefits include: Health, dental and vision insurance are available upon hire date Paid Time Off - accruals at 7.08 hours per pay period Matching Retirement Savings Plan with up to an 8% match Tuition reimbursement for hard to fill positions Cafeteria discount averaging 25%