Job Details
The purpose of this position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Laundry Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, and the facility's policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
To perform this job, an individual must perform each essentialfunction satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Interpret work schedules and assignments
Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily schedules
Collect soiled linens, personal clothing of patients, towels, etc. and wash same
Remove line, towels from dryer after thoroughly drying
Sort, fold and store linen in clean linen room in orderly manner
Press patients' personal clothing as appropriate
Report linen needs to supervisor
Clean equipment and work area daily or as needed
Keep work areas free of hazardous conditions, spills, excess carts, baskets, supplies, equipment, etc.
Sort soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and separate routine laundry items from items requiring stain removal treatment
Discard waste and trash into proper containers and line receptacles with plastic liners
Maintain privacy of patients and confidentiality of patient information
Maintain dignity and respect for patients' personal and property rights
Attend and participate in in-service education classes, on-the-job training programs as scheduled or directed.
Comply with established infection control and universal precaution practices, and coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing services
Follow fire safety policies and procedures
Report all incidents, accidents, hazardous conditions or equipment to supervisor immediately
Report defective patient call lights, light bulbs, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights to supervisor immediately
Deliver linen to patients' rooms
Follow the established universal precautions and isolation procedures
Encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth and interest in patients' personal and health care needs
Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Communication skills and active listening
Punctuality, reliability
Successful completion of assigned training
Manage stress appropriately
Handle multiple priorities effectively
Multi-task, meet deadlines, prioritize
Position may require flexible hours, unscheduled overtime or occasional week-end work
Some travel may be required
Ability to perform required skills, with or without a reasonable accommodation
Required Computer Software/Equipment used:
Ability to learn HRIS and/or scheduling systems
Standard Office Equipment
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
o High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience:
o None required
o Healthcare experience strongly preferred
License/Certification(s):
o None required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to Perform Essential Functions of the Job
Audio-Visual:Hearing:Good
Ability to lift to 40 pounds
Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling
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.
SAFETY EXPECTATIONS:
Work safely and follow safety rules
Report unsafe working conditions and behaviors
Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is typically performed in a standard office environment; well-lit; comfortable temperature-controlled; above-average conversational noise is frequent