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Housekeeping Worker-Environmental Services-Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts

Job Description

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination in New Jersey, known for providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine with a compassionate and equitable approach. As the leading academic health system in the state, RWJBarnabas Health integrates innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social determinants of health. The organization is deeply committed to creating and sustaining healthier communities by improving the health and well-being of individuals across New Jersey. RWJBarnabas Health also focuses on creating educational and career opportunities that support the growth and development of its workforce and the communities it serves. With... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • previous experience in housekeeping or environmental services preferred
  • flexibility to work per diem shifts including day shifts and weekends
  • ability to follow detailed cleaning procedures and safety protocols
  • good communication skills to report maintenance and patient room status
  • physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, bending and standing for extended periods
  • commitment to maintaining cleanliness and patient safety in a healthcare environment

Job Qualifications

  • Successful completion of general and department specific orientation
  • previous hospital housekeeping experience preferred
  • ability to work flexible shifts including every other weekend
  • knowledge of cleaning procedures and hospital sanitation standards
  • capability to operate approved cleaning equipment safely
  • good physical stamina to perform cleaning duties efficiently

Job Duties

  • Arrange furniture for meetings, workshops and community affairs
  • assists in cleaning of emergency spills observed or upon request
  • cleans housekeeping closet and maintains par levels
  • collects and transports all waste including regulated medical waste according to policy
  • compacts trash or places in containers
  • damp buffs and shampoos carpets with approved equipment
  • dry and wet mops floors of rooms and offices
  • dust mops and wet mops corridor, stairwells and other common areas
  • empties waste receptacles and removes trash
  • maintains assigned equipment for cleanliness and has repairs made when needed
  • observes and reports the need to repair equipment, furniture, building and fixtures
  • performs patient discharge cleaning using 7-step cleaning procedure
  • refills paper towels, toilet paper, soap and toilet seat dispensers
  • ensures all patient rooms are patient ready at all times including tent card, toilet seat bands, and privacy curtains

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

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