Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.25 - $16.75
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs

Job Description

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system situated in central North Carolina. This esteemed health system is comprised of four hospitals that together offer over 600 beds, making it a significant provider of medical services in the region. FirstHealth of the Carolinas is especially renowned for its Reid Heart Center, the area’s sole dedicated heart and vascular center, providing advanced cardiovascular care. With a workforce of more than 6,200 employees distributed across more than 75 locations spanning a 15-county service area, FirstHealth exemplifies a comprehensive and integrated approach to healthcare. The organization has earned numerous prestigious accolades recognizing its commitment to excellence in patient care and outcomes. These honors include acknowledgments from esteemed entities such as Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker’s Healthcare, underscoring its reputation as a leading healthcare provider in the region.

The role being offered is a full-time position within FirstHealth’s laundry services department, which is vital to maintaining the highest standards of staff safety and infection control across the health system. This position primarily involves sorting and processing soiled or contaminated laundry and managing clean linens to ensure hygiene and operational efficiency. It is a physically demanding role that requires the incumbent to regularly stand, bend, and lift for extended periods. Working conditions may include exposure to high heat, humidity, and noise, typical of laundry processing environments within healthcare settings. This job plays a key part in supporting the overall healthcare environment by ensuring that all linens are appropriately handled, cleaned, and processed, thus contributing to infection control and patient safety. Candidates interested in this role should be prepared for the physical demands and the responsibility involved in maintaining cleanliness standards that impact both patients and healthcare staff. Since this is a full-time position, opportunities for reliable employment and integration into a respected healthcare system are available. The position also requires a valid North Carolina driving license with a clean driving record, reflecting the need for potential travel or transport duties related to laundry service areas within the health system.

Job Requirements

  • high school education or GED
  • previous experience in laundry or housekeeping preferred
  • valid North Carolina driving license with clean driving record
  • ability to perform physically demanding tasks
  • understanding of safety and infection control guidelines

Job Qualifications

  • high school graduate or GED preferred
  • previous experience in hospital laundry or housekeeping preferred
  • valid North Carolina driving license with good driving record
  • ability to follow safety and infection control procedures
  • physical ability to meet job demands

Job Duties

  • sorting and processing soiled or contaminated laundry
  • processing clean linen according to staff safety standards
  • following infection control protocols in handling laundry
  • standing, bending, and lifting for extended periods as required
  • working in conditions with heat, humidity, and noise
  • ensuring timely and efficient laundry service
  • maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in laundry operations

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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