Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY The purpose of your job position is to perform the day-to-day activities of maintaining a clean and sanitary environment and providing an adequate supply of linens to meet the residents needs in accordance with current federal, state and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by the housekeeping department and/or the Administrator.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensuring all laundry schedules are followed Collecting and sorting laundry in appropriate containers for washing Washing, folding, counting, stacking, hanging and stocking laundry, linen, garments, etc.Coordinating laundry services with the nursing department Wearing or using safety equipment and supplies (back brace, mechanical lift, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects Keeping work area free of hazardous objects or unnecessary equipment Cleaning floors, dusting walls, other housekeeping as assigned Reporting all accidents/incidents to the supervisor immediately Following proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, or solutions Following established guidelines governing the use of labels and MSDSs Following established handwashing procedures Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including fire safety Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management.The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.REQUIREMENTS Education / Licensure High school diploma or GED preferred Qualifications / Experience Minimum 6 months experience in healthcare setting preferred Must be able to understand English language Must be to follow directions Working Conditions May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses May be working in a warm environment Physical Requirements Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day through all areas of the facility Must be able to stand, bend, twist and reach throughout the day Repetitive hand motion Must be able to push, pull, move and or lift up to 25 lbs.to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 15 feet.