Job Details
Alomere Health, the leading healthcare provider in the region, prides itself on delivering state-of-the-art care while upholding the values of a close-knit community. Joining the ranks of the Top 20 Rural Hospitals in the Nation, as recognized by The National Rural Health Association, Alomere Health stands out as the sole Minnesota hospital to achieve this prestigious distinction. As our community continues to expand, we seek dedicated caregivers who possess expertise and a heartfelt commitment to supporting individuals during their most vulnerable times.
Department
Environmental Services
FTE (Full Time Equivalent)
Full Time (1.0) 80 Hours per Pay Period
Hours
Primary shifts:
Monday - Friday
5:00am to 1:30pm
6:30am- 3:00pm
Every other weekend and holidays as scheduled
Job Description
The Housekeeper/environmental service worker ensures cleanliness and infection control at a healthcare center by following established policies. This position performs general cleaning tasks in patient rooms, offices, hallways, and other areas. The Housekeeper also manages clean linens and stock levels on nursing floors, while adhering to standard practices and regulatory requirements
Essential Functions
Knowledge & Skill/Technical Capacity
- Operates various equipment like mechanical floor cleaners, buffers, vacuums, shampooers and related environmental service equipment.
- Uses various cleaning chemicals and disinfectants to disinfect all areas and equipment.
- Mop and vacuum floors and make beds.
- The ability to plan and organize work to ensure completion of assignments.
- A Housekeeper may be expected to coordinate housekeeping activities on the weekend in the absence of the Director of Environmental Services. This coordination may require the rescheduling of housekeeping staff and answering of all requests of the various departments.
Equipment - Obtains department directors approval when ordering non-routine supplies from Materials Management Department.
- Relays equipment needs to the department director.
- Set priorities, adjusts schedule and breaks to assure completion of assigned work, uses time productively.
Working Conditions/Environment - Occasional contact with infectious diseases.
- May be exposed to latex supplies/products.
- Unpleasant situations and odors are kept at a minimum but can occur.
- Demonstrates the ability to handle stressful conditions of the job.
- Uses standard precautions when in contact with infectious material.
- Uses personal protective equipment when there is a risk of exposure to chemicals and/or infectious materials.
- Follows necessary precautions to avoid injury, including stretching and short breaks from repetitive actions.
Laundry/Linen - Distribution of clean linens to user departments and ordering of new linens to maintain an adequate supply for the facility.
Other Duties - Performs other duties as requested.
- Participates in departmental or organizational meetings and trainings.
- Demonstrates ability to use equipment relevant to the position.
Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not provide direct supervisory responsibilities.
Education, Experience & Skills Required- No set educational requirements
- Education skills sufficient to comprehend regulatory policies/procedures relative to infection control and hazardous material.
Benefit StatusFull Time
Union PositionYes
Applicants must be able to meet the physical demands of the position. A Functional Job Description for this position is on file in the Human Resources Office and is available to all applicants for review. All job offers to persons that are not currently employed by Alomere Health will be conditional based on favorable references and successful completion of both a criminal background check and a drug test.
I certify that the facts set forth in this employment application (and any accompanying resume) are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification, omission, misrepresentation, or concealment of information on this application may be sufficient grounds for disqualification from further consideration for hire or immediate discharge
I authorize Alomere Health to verify the information contained in this employment application and to investigate my personal or employment history. I also authorize any former school, employer, person, firm, corporation, credit agency, or government agency to provide to Alomere Health information they may have about me. In consideration of Alomere Health's review of this application.
I further agree that, if employed, I will conform my conduct to Alomere rules and understand that unless otherwise specifically agreed to in writing; my employment can be terminated at any time with or without cause, and with or without notice, at my option or at the option of Alomere Health.
I understand that no personnel recruiter, interviewer, or other representative of Alomere Health other than the CEO has authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified period of time. I also understand that this application and any employment manuals/handbooks that may be distributed to me during the course of my employment shall not be construed as a contract.
Alomere Health is an EEO employer.