Housekeeper

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Responsible for floor refinishing, carpet shampooing/extraction, ceiling cleaning, wall washing in accordance with the standard procedures of the housekeeping department and the hospital’s objectives.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. High school graduate or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Three (3) months prior experience with floor refinishing and carpet cleaning equipment and procedures.

CORE JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Performs cleaning functions in assigned area following established schedule and using prescribed methods.

2. Scrubs and strips all soil or finish down to the base tile.

3. Accounts for the cleanliness and neat appearance of assigned project areas and that projects or schedule is completed in proper time.

4. Follows instruction of supervisors to insure all areas pass inspection.

5. Analyzes floor conditions and administers proper cleaning techniques to insure proper appearance and protect surface being serviced.

6. Observes/reports any deficiencies of equipment or furniture.

7. Performs cleaning duties in locked medication rooms. The Floor Finisher is aware that they are not responsible for medications and they should report any unsecured medications to a licensed professional.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital.

2. Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests.

3. Demonstrates knowledge of chemical mixing and stripping.

4. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows correct chain of command in handling challenges and issues, including crisis situations

5. Ability to organize and prioritize time and tasks to achieve a well-coordinated work effort and to effectively meet work schedules including an ability to integrate multiple factors which may have an impact on patient care

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

UHC United Hospital Center

Cost Center:

612 UHC Environmental Services

Address:

327 Medical Park Drive

Bridgeport

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.