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Housekeeping Aid (Leader)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.11
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Employee assistance program

Job Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center is a federally operated healthcare system dedicated to providing exceptional medical care and support services to veterans across the United States. As part of the VA, it offers a comprehensive range of health services including specialized medical treatments, outpatient and inpatient care, mental health services, and rehabilitative programs tailored to veteran needs. This Medical Center is committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient environment to support optimal health outcomes for veterans, their families, and the dedicated staff who serve them.

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Job Requirements

  • no formal education requirement
  • experience demonstrating knowledge, skills, and ability to perform job duties
  • ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • ability to bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel occasionally
  • ability to stand and walk up to 80 percent of the workday
  • manual dexterity to use phone and equipment
  • ability to work in varied and sometimes hazardous hospital environments

Job Qualifications

  • experience or training in environmental services or related fields
  • knowledge of cleaning and safety protocols
  • ability to follow directions
  • customer service skills
  • capacity to instruct or assist in training
  • ability to operate equipment and machinery
  • technical competence in environmental management

Job Duties

  • support environment of care tasks
  • assist in textile distribution
  • aid in training staff on EMS procedures
  • maintain cleanliness in various hospital areas
  • comply with personal protective equipment requirements
  • interact professionally with medical and psychiatric patients
  • operate cleaning equipment safely

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

Job Location

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