Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
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Performs cleaning of assigned areas, such as medical units, patient rooms, public areas, offices, laboratories, restrooms and other duties related to housekeeping as assigned |
Key Job Responsibilities
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Essential Function |
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Performs various housekeeping duties to provide patients, visitors and staff with a safe and clean environment by maintaining standards of cleanliness, sanitation and infection control. General Cleaning
Patient Care Areas
Clinical/Office Areas
Trash
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Maintains an orderly physical environment.
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Organizes/prioritizes work assignments to provide timely housekeeping services.
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Essential Function |
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Follows prescribed disinfecting procedures in performing work. Cleans blood and body fluids from floors, walls, beds, and other equipment using Universal Precaution (UP), Personal Protective Equipment, (PPE) and Personal Protective Devices (PPD). |
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Maintains required department records, reports and files. Adheres to established department policies, procedures, objectives, compliance/quality improvement with consideration given to risk management, infection control and patient safety practices. |
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Assists in care and maintains equipment and supplies.
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Provides coverage for relief and absences. Demonstrates flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays to provide continuous coverage as required. |
Physical Demands
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A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. |
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Physical Demand |
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Rarely |
Occasionally |
Frequently |
Constantly |
Weight |
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Standing |
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X |
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Walking |
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X |
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Sitting |
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X |
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Lifting |
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X |
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Carrying |
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X |
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Pushing |
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X |
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Pulling |
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X |
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Climbing |
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X |
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Balancing |
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X |
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Stooping |
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X |
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Kneeling |
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X |
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Crouching |
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X |
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Crawling |
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X |
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Reaching |
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X |
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Handling |
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X |
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Grasping |
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X |
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Feeling |
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X |
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Talking |
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X |
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Hearing |
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X |
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Repetitive Motions |
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X |
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Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination |
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X |
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Education |
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Education Level |
Education Details |
Required/ Preferred |
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High School Diploma |
Or GED |
Preferred |
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Work Experience
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Experience |
Experience Details |
Required/ Preferred |
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At least 1 year experience |
Some Experience |
Preferred |
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