Housekeeping Attendant

Kaiser Permanente is a renowned integrated healthcare organization that continually emphasizes quality care and patient safety. As one of the largest not-for-profit health plans in the United States, Kaiser Permanente operates hospitals, medical offices, and other healthcare facilities nationwide. The organization is known for adhering to high standards in every aspect of healthcare delivery, including maintaining clean, safe, and well-maintained environments for patients, visitors, and staff.

This job opening is for an Environmental Services Worker at the Ontario Hospital within the Kaiser Permanente system, located in California. The position involves maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in various hospital areas under the supervision of the Director of Environmental Services. This role is integral to the overall functioning of the healthcare environment since cleanliness and sanitation directly impact patient safety and infection control. The employee will be responsible for following specific cleaning protocols using approved solutions and equipment, ensuring all environmental standards comply with organizational policies as well as state and federal regulations.

Working as an Environmental Services Worker at Kaiser Permanente’s Ontario facility means joining a team dedicated to healthcare excellence. The role is classified as an entry-level position with a standard job type and regular employee status. It has a variable shift schedule covering all seven days of the week with a total of 20 hours per week and on-call responsibilities, making it a flexible role for individuals who can adapt to different work schedules. Travel is also expected around 10% of the time, which means occasional assignments outside the primary location may be required.

The scope of duties includes cleaning and maintaining floors, furniture, patient rooms, restrooms, offices, and other hospital spaces. The worker will operate equipment such as electric washers, vacuums, and polishers to maintain floor surfaces, and will also be responsible for stocking and replenishing supplies like soap and paper towels in various dispensers. Proper disposal of waste including hazardous materials like needles, syringes, and biohazards is a critical part of the job to ensure health and safety compliance. Other tasks include moving hospital equipment and furniture, cleaning wheelchairs and gurneys, and assisting in patient room turnover by sanitizing beds and linens.

Kaiser Permanente values ethical conduct, privacy of medical information, and a commitment to compliance with all regulatory standards. The position requires a person with good physical stamina capable of moderate to heavy lifting and the ability to understand and follow basic instructions. While no prior experience or formal education is strictly required, the role demands a reliable individual with attention to detail and a strong work ethic capable of contributing positively to the hospital environment.

Overall, this role offers a vital opportunity to be part of a respected healthcare institution committed to community health and well-being, providing a supportive work environment with opportunities for staff development and growth.