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Housekeeping- Inpatient 40 Hours 3:00 PM 11:30 PM

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $22.88
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs
Shift Differentials
overtime pay

Job Description

Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) is a leading healthcare organization known for its commitment to providing exceptional patient care and advancing health in the communities it serves. With a dedicated workforce of over 35,000 professionals, including nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, and educators, BILH represents a comprehensive network of hospitals and medical centers that prioritize innovation, compassion, and quality. As an equal opportunity employer, the organization fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment while emphasizing the importance of vaccination against influenza to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and the community. BILH offers a collaborative and supportive workplace where individuals... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Some High School required
  • 0-1 years related work experience required
  • Basic familiarity with computers
  • Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications
  • Ability to read and write in English
  • Ability to understand spoken English
  • Ability to follow instructions and procedures
  • Physical ability to perform medium work involving standing and moving during most of the shift
  • Must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment

Job Qualifications

  • Some High School education required
  • 0-1 years related work experience required
  • Basic familiarity with computers
  • Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English both written and oral
  • Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and established safety procedures
  • Willingness to work evening shifts
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment

Job Duties

  • Performs multiple step cleaning procedure, daily cleaning, discharge cleaning, discharge bed making, O.R. cleaning, between case cleaning, upholstery, wall, and glass care
  • Continues work from previous shift, reports all incomplete assignments and maintenance issues
  • Performs dry mopping, wet mopping of common areas using appropriate equipment including a floor care machine
  • Performs floor and carpet care techniques, such as carpet bonneting and extracting
  • Responds to stat orders such as discharges, spills, floods, and all hospital-wide emergency drills
  • Cleans up all organic body waste (i.e. blood, feces, sputum, and urine)
  • Cleans patient equipment including IV poles, commodes, monitors and cables, specialty equipment, stretchers, wheel chairs, and cardiac chairs
  • Assists in moves, special set-ups and any other occasion as needed
  • Collects solid and contaminated waste
  • Seals boxes used for contaminated waste in the area where the waste is generated
  • Delivers boxes after sealing to the designated areas and delivers it to the compactor area
  • Uses department procedures in preparation and selection of cleaning solutions
  • Reports low supply of inventory to supervisor and/or team leader
  • Signs equipment in and out of designated storage areas
  • Keeps housekeeping cart clean, stocked and orderly
  • Reports any malfunctioning equipment to supervisor and/or team leader
  • Delivers soiled mops, cleaning cloths, and linen to designated area

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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