Relief Housekeeping Assistant

Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford is a leading pediatric healthcare institution known for its commitment to providing world-class care through a combination of advanced technologies, breakthrough discoveries, and family-centered approaches. Affiliated with Stanford Medicine, this hospital is dedicated to healing children and their families with compassion, expertise, and innovation. The hospital's recently remodeled facilities reflect its dedication to offering state-of-the-art environments where caregivers can provide the highest standards of service. Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford values continuing education for its staff, ensuring they remain at the forefront of pediatric healthcare practices and technologies. This institution cultivates a culture of care by emphasizing collaboration, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment. It’s a place where employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to the hospital’s mission to heal humanity one child and family at a time.

The role being offered at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford is that of a Housekeeper under the direct supervision of a Housekeeping Supervisor. This position plays a vital role in maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and safety within various areas of the hospital, including offices, laboratories, classrooms, patient rooms, clinic areas, and satellite locations. The housekeeper is responsible for the disposal of both solid and biohazardous waste, following strict infection control practices, standard precautions, and hospital safety regulations. A key aspect of the job involves adhering to nationally recognized safety and quality standards such as those set by the Joint Commission and National Patient Safety Goals. This role is essential in creating a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, their families, and hospital staff. Housekeepers help ensure patient safety by managing hazardous materials properly, performing routine cleaning tasks, and responding to emergency clean-ups when necessary.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in performing a variety of cleaning duties that include dust mopping, vacuuming, restroom sanitization, furniture polishing, wall cleaning, and replenishment of supplies. They will need to learn and practice aseptic cleaning techniques and isolation procedures specific to healthcare settings. The ability to operate commercial vacuum cleaners and other equipment is required. Attention to detail is crucial, as the housekeeper will handle rooms ranging from patient and treatment areas to special isolation zones. The work demands responsiveness to safety hazards, thorough reporting of maintenance needs, and a proactive approach to maintaining hospital standards. The position is entry-level with no prior experience required, but candidates must be willing to complete orientation and ongoing education programs. The role is typically compensated within an hourly salary range of $31.90 to $35.67, with specific pay dependent on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes respect and equal opportunity. The hospital is particularly committed to hiring and supporting individuals from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, veterans, and members of diverse racial and ethnic groups. The hospital’s policies reflect a strong dedication to non-discrimination and equity, ensuring that all employees work in a safe, respectful, and supportive atmosphere. Individuals interested in joining this team should be prepared to contribute positively to this collaborative culture and uphold high standards of cleanliness and patient care within one of the world’s most respected children’s hospitals.