Housekeeper-Nights chez Ohio County Healthcare

The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements inherent in this position. Other specific job-related knowledge and skills may be required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIIES:

• Provides quality customer service to customers by providing one-on-one attention to detail. Perform general cleaning functions in a hospital environment.
• Cleaning of patient rooms.
• Changing linen on patient beds.
• Cleaning of vacant rooms and make-ready for occupancy.
• Trash collection and removal.
• Restocking of hospital bathrooms and housekeeping supplies.
• Meets staff development/training requirements for position.
• Sweeps, scrubs, mops and polishes floors.
• Vacuums carpets, rugs, and draperies.
• Shampoos carpets, rugs and upholstery as needed.
• Dusts and polishes furniture and fittings.
• Cleans metal fixtures and fittings.
• Empties and cleans trash containers.
• Disposes of trash in a sanitary manner.
• Cleans wash basins, mirrors, tubs and showers.
• Wipes down glass surfaces.
• Responds to customer (patient, visitors, staff) queries and requests.
• Responds to calls for housekeeping problems, such as spills and broken glasses.
• Contributes to team efforts; exhibits professionalism with customers, staff
• Communicates effectively with coworkers, patients and visitors. Must maintain a phone and keep leadership aware of any phone changes. Performs other duties as assigned.
• May be requested to be member of QI team.
• Frequently accesses email to stay up to date on information within the organization and provides a way of communication between staff members.
• Performs all procedures according to established policies and procedure of OCH and adheres to all legal compliance policies and other regulatory issues
• Fulfills laundry duties