Housekeeping Attendant - Variable Shifts and Schedules
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.38 - $21.39
Work Schedule
On-call
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development
Job Description
Kaiser Permanente is a leading integrated managed care consortium, widely recognized for its commitment to quality healthcare, innovation, and community well-being. As one of the largest nonprofit healthcare plans in the United States, Kaiser Permanente operates hospitals and medical offices nationwide, focusing on delivering holistic and patient-centered care. The organization values diversity, equity, inclusion, and ethical conduct as foundational principles guiding its operations. With a distinguished reputation for excellence, Kaiser Permanente fosters a collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth and development across a broad spectrum of healthcare and facility support roles.
This particular opportunity is aligned with the hospital expansion project in the Riverside Service Area, one of California's rapidly growing regions. It is designed to attract skilled external candidates eager to contribute to the enhancement of facility cleanliness and environmental services within the medical center. This position falls under the Riverside Medical Center - Environmental Services department, reporting directly to the Director of Environmental Services, and involves maintaining cleanliness and safety standards across various hospital areas using approved cleaning techniques and equipment. The employment type is full-time and standard, with variable shift hours to meet the needs of the facility. This role requires regular compliance with Kaiser Permanente's policies, state and federal laws, and commitment to patient and staff safety. Candidates will be part of a union (B05; USW; Local 7600) and expected to travel up to 25% of the time within the facility or between locations.
As a member of Kaiser Permanente's environmental services team, the selected candidate will ensure hygienic environments by regularly cleaning offices, patient rooms, examination rooms, restrooms, lounges, and other designated spaces. The role involves operating cleaning equipment such as electric washers, vacuum cleaners, and polishing machinery to maintain clean and polished surfaces. Duties include dusting, sweeping, mopping, replenishing dispensers, disposing of waste properly, and transporting soiled linen following established protocols. This position demands attention to detail, physical stamina for prolonged standing and lifting moderate to heavy loads, and adherence to strict safety and cleanliness standards. Employees also participate in ongoing staff development to stay current on best practices and compliance requirements.
The hospital expansion initiative represents an exciting chapter for Kaiser Permanente as it enhances its capacity to serve the Riverside community with state-of-the-art healthcare facilities. Being part of this team offers candidates an opportunity to impact healthcare delivery indirectly by ensuring a safe and sanitary environment that supports patient health outcomes and staff efficiency. Being on-call and covering variable hours, the role demands flexibility and a proactive approach to maintain high-quality service delivery around the clock.
Applicants interested in this role should expect a streamlined application process designed by Kaiser Permanente to expedite hiring for open environmental service positions within the Riverside Medical Center. The employer champions equal opportunity principles and practices non-discrimination based on race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Given the nature of the job, some attention to physical capability and following safety instructions is essential. This comprehensive and inclusive opportunity stands as a doorway to engage with a reputable health organization committed to ethical conduct, continuous improvement, and community service.
This particular opportunity is aligned with the hospital expansion project in the Riverside Service Area, one of California's rapidly growing regions. It is designed to attract skilled external candidates eager to contribute to the enhancement of facility cleanliness and environmental services within the medical center. This position falls under the Riverside Medical Center - Environmental Services department, reporting directly to the Director of Environmental Services, and involves maintaining cleanliness and safety standards across various hospital areas using approved cleaning techniques and equipment. The employment type is full-time and standard, with variable shift hours to meet the needs of the facility. This role requires regular compliance with Kaiser Permanente's policies, state and federal laws, and commitment to patient and staff safety. Candidates will be part of a union (B05; USW; Local 7600) and expected to travel up to 25% of the time within the facility or between locations.
As a member of Kaiser Permanente's environmental services team, the selected candidate will ensure hygienic environments by regularly cleaning offices, patient rooms, examination rooms, restrooms, lounges, and other designated spaces. The role involves operating cleaning equipment such as electric washers, vacuum cleaners, and polishing machinery to maintain clean and polished surfaces. Duties include dusting, sweeping, mopping, replenishing dispensers, disposing of waste properly, and transporting soiled linen following established protocols. This position demands attention to detail, physical stamina for prolonged standing and lifting moderate to heavy loads, and adherence to strict safety and cleanliness standards. Employees also participate in ongoing staff development to stay current on best practices and compliance requirements.
The hospital expansion initiative represents an exciting chapter for Kaiser Permanente as it enhances its capacity to serve the Riverside community with state-of-the-art healthcare facilities. Being part of this team offers candidates an opportunity to impact healthcare delivery indirectly by ensuring a safe and sanitary environment that supports patient health outcomes and staff efficiency. Being on-call and covering variable hours, the role demands flexibility and a proactive approach to maintain high-quality service delivery around the clock.
Applicants interested in this role should expect a streamlined application process designed by Kaiser Permanente to expedite hiring for open environmental service positions within the Riverside Medical Center. The employer champions equal opportunity principles and practices non-discrimination based on race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Given the nature of the job, some attention to physical capability and following safety instructions is essential. This comprehensive and inclusive opportunity stands as a doorway to engage with a reputable health organization committed to ethical conduct, continuous improvement, and community service.
Job Requirements
- Possess good physical stamina and be able to endure long periods of time on feet
- Ability to do moderate to heavy lifting required
- Ability to read and follow basic work instructions required
- Flexible to work variable shifts including on-call
- Willingness to comply with safety and cleanliness standards
- Commitment to uphold organizational rules, policies, and procedures
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time within facility locations
- Maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct in accordance with organizational principles
Job Qualifications
- Ability to read and follow basic work instructions
- Good physical stamina and ability to endure long periods on feet
- Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting
- Commitment to uphold KP's policies and procedures and adhere to applicable laws
- Ability to maintain courteous and cooperative relations with team members and public
- Willingness to participate in staff development and training
- Prior experience in environmental services or custodial work preferred but not mandatory
Job Duties
- Maintains floor and other surfaces by independently operating electric washing, stripping, waxing, polishing, and vacuuming equipment
- Performs general cleaning duties in offices, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, examination rooms, patient rooms, and special procedure rooms by dusting, sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, and vacuuming using approved procedures
- Inspects assigned area to ensure compliance with department standards, assures security, and reports deficiencies
- Replenishes dispensers such as soap, hand towels, toilet tissue, and toilet seat covers in assigned area
- Properly disposes of all refuse generated including paper, patient fomites, needles, syringe IV tubing, glass, pressurized cans, and isolated trash through specified procedures
- Transports and disposes of soiled linen in appropriate areas through approved methods
- Cleans and maintains receptacles and replaces plastic liners as needed
- Moves equipment and furniture, removes and hangs drapes and cubicle curtains
- Cleans equipment such as wheelchairs, gurneys, and hamper holders according to established procedures
- Performs other routine duties such as moving and delivering materials, patient checkout procedures by sanitizing beds, mattresses, and furniture, and makes up beds with fresh linen
- Participates in staff development and courses required by the medical center
- Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with other personnel, health plan members, and the public
- Performs other related duties and assumes additional responsibilities as directed
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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