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HOUSEKEEPER OPERATING ROOM (FT) 6:30am – 3:00pm MONDAY – FRIDAY

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee wellness program
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Our healthcare facility is dedicated to providing a safe, clean, and efficient environment for both patients and medical staff. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, which are critical to patient safety, particularly in sensitive areas such as the operating room. Our team of housekeeping professionals plays a vital role in supporting the hospital's mission by ensuring all areas are sanitary, orderly, and compliant with hospital protocols. We operate Monday through Friday, from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, and are seeking a full-time Housekeeper for the Operating Room to join our committed team.

The role of the Housekeeper Operating Room involves performing routine cleaning and disinfecting duties in the operating room and adjacent patient care areas. This position demands meticulous attention to detail to prevent infection and maintain a sterile environment essential for surgical operations. The housekeeper will follow established procedures and methods to clean assigned areas which include patient rooms, offices, restrooms, and other hospital zones.

In addition to routine cleaning, the housekeeper is expected to uphold the highest standards of sanitary conditions by using hospital-grade cleaning agents and equipment correctly. The candidate must be capable of operating and maintaining cleaning equipment in good working order and capable of following safety protocols rigorously. The position requires a minimum of two to six months of housekeeping experience, with specific experience in a hospital operating room environment strongly preferred.

Required literacy skills include the ability to read, write, and follow detailed instructions accurately. This ensures that all cleaning activities meet the hospital’s hygiene standards. The role also demands physical stamina to perform repetitive tasks and the flexibility to undertake situational duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor. The successful candidate will be a team player, conscientious, dependable, and fully committed to maintaining a sanitized and safe healthcare environment. This full-time employment opportunity provides a consistent weekday schedule, fostering work-life balance for those committed to healthcare support roles.

Job Requirements

  • Completion of high school education or equivalent preferred
  • Must be able to read, write and follow instructions
  • At least two to six months of experience as a housekeeper
  • Hospital experience in an operating room environment required
  • Ability to follow established cleaning methods
  • Ability to perform routine repetitive cleaning
  • Ability to keep all equipment in good working condition
  • Ability to perform periodic or situational duties as assigned by supervisor

Job Qualifications

  • High school education or equivalent preferred
  • Ability to read, write and follow instructions
  • At least two to six months of housekeeping experience
  • Experience in hospital operating room environment required
  • Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks
  • Ability to maintain and operate cleaning equipment
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high sanitation standards

Job Duties

  • Perform routine cleaning and disinfecting of the operating room and assigned areas
  • Maintain sanitary, attractive and orderly conditions in patient rooms, offices, restrooms, and hospital areas
  • Follow established cleaning methods and hospital protocols
  • Operate and maintain cleaning equipment to ensure good working condition
  • Adhere strictly to safety guidelines and infection control standards
  • Perform periodic or situational duties assigned by the immediate supervisor
  • Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure cleaning standards are met

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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