Housekeeping Worker-Wakefield

Montefiore Medical Center, located in Bronx, New York, is a leading healthcare institution recognized for its commitment to providing exceptional medical services and fostering a supportive work environment for its associates. As a prominent medical center, Montefiore serves a diverse community and continually strives to uphold the highest standards in patient care, medical research, and staff development. The organization is known for its comprehensive range of healthcare services and its dedication to creating a positive impact on the health and well-being of the population it serves. As an equal employment opportunity employer, Montefiore Medical Center is committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting individuals without discrimination, emphasizing diversity and inclusivity in all aspects of its operations.

This particular opening is for a Housekeeper position within the FAC - EVS Wakefield Admin department. The role involves maintaining cleanliness and sanitation across various areas within the medical center, including office spaces, ancillary units, bathrooms, hallways, stairways, and nursing areas. The Housekeeper will be responsible for ensuring that all assigned areas meet the Medical Center’s cleanliness standards and are completed within the specified time frames. Working on day shifts with varying days and scheduled hours from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, the position offers an hourly wage starting at $25.13, with potential adjustments based on shift differentials, experience, or education.

The Housekeeper’s duties encompass a wide array of cleaning tasks, such as surface cleaning, dusting, polishing furniture and equipment, washing bathtubs, sinks, and toilets, and replenishing disposables like soap and paper towels. The individual will also be responsible for room preparations, including discharge cleaning and removal of non-clinical items, maintaining housekeeping supply closets, and proper disposal of trash and regulated waste. This role is crucial in supporting the hospital’s environment by maintaining hygiene standards critical to patient safety and operational efficiency. It requires adherence to quality control measures and documentation, especially for specialty cleaning in sensitive areas such as operating rooms and laboratories.

This position demands a proactive and reliable individual who is able and willing to work every weekend for the first two years and assist during emergencies such as floods or snow. Candidates typically need a high school diploma or GED, housekeeping experience, and completion of appropriate training programs is preferred. Additionally, compliance with occupational health and safety requirements, such as fit testing and annual assessments, is mandatory. Ultimately, the Housekeeper plays a vital role in sustaining the cleanliness and safety of Montefiore Medical Center, contributing directly to the wellness of patients and staff alike.