Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) is a leading healthcare provider recognized for its dedication to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing medical excellence through innovation and compassionate service. As a comprehensive health system, YNHHS encompasses hospitals, outpatient clinics, and specialized care centers, all committed to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves. Founded on the core values of integrity, patient-centeredness, respect, accountability, and compassion, YNHHS fosters a collaborative environment where every employee plays a vital role in achieving the organization's mission of providing high-quality healthcare with dignity and respect.
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- six months of customer service related work experience
- successful completion of training program provided by the Environmental Services Department
- ability to read, write and perform basic math
- ability to operate cleaning equipment
- able to lift up to 40 pounds
- ability to work independently and collaboratively
- excellent communication skills
- detail oriented
- physically capable of pushing, pulling, bending, and standing for extended periods
- consistent use of proper body mechanics
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- six months demonstrated customer service related work experience
- successful completion of Environmental Services Department training program
- competence in all duties
- excellent customer service and communication skills
- ability to read, write and perform basic math
- ability to work independently and as part of a patient care team
Job Duties
- Follows department procedures to ensure a safe environment
- sets up equipment and readies necessary supplies
- corrects observed discrepancies such as spills or overflowing trash immediately
- completes required housekeeping assignments as scheduled
- reports uncompleted assignments to supervisor prior to end of shift
- reports all discrepancies like stained curtains or broken fixtures to supervisor
- ensures proper labeling and correct chemical solutions in containers
- returns cleaning items at shift end and maintains orderly storage closets
- performs housekeeping tasks to maintain sanitary condition of all areas including high dusting, cleaning furniture, walls, floors and bathrooms
- refills dispensers daily
- collects and disposes sharps containers properly
- empties and cleans trash receptacles regularly
- cleans and prepares rooms after discharge including mattresses, bed frames, and equipment
- maintains floors by dust mopping, damp mopping, or vacuuming without build-up
- inspects own work for completeness
- collects and transports recycling and waste materials to storage areas
- assists in breaking down cardboard boxes
- removes medical waste containers and secures confidential documents
- follows proper protocol for handling and disposing contaminated items
- ensures trash and linen chute doors are closed and latched
- ties and disposes trash and linen bags correctly
- responds immediately to spill clean-ups and disposes materials used
- relines linen hampers and trash cans
- maintains bed management system for room availability with timely patient room turnaround
- anticipates discharges to plan work effectively
- maintains accurate bed availability data
- operates cleaning equipment and lifts up to 40 pounds
- consistently uses safe body mechanics
- participates as a member of the patient care team
- follows all departmental and hospital policies and procedures
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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