Cleaning - Daily cleaning of rooms, lobbies and other appropriate areas in patient care units, public accessible areas, patient support and service departments, doctor's offices, clinics and other areas where community involvement is deemed appropriate by Administration. Performs dismissal cleaning of patient rooms, post-case surgery cleaning, post delivery cleaning and provides daily and dismissal cleaning of isolation rooms. Cleaning of flooring in concourses, corridors, and other assigned areas in patient care units, public accessible areas, patient support and service departments and other areas where community involvement is deemed appropriate by Administration. Collects all waste (medical, general, and infectious) and soiled linen and transports to assigned areas. Performs various cleaning projects and furniture moves throughout the facility as assigned. Inspects rooms and assigned areas for needed repairs and special cleaning projects to be reported to the Environmental Services Supervisor or Director. Accurately completes and turns in daily documentation of work completed.
Infection Control - Follows standard precautions and established isolation procedures when cleaning patient care areas, patient support areas and public accessible areas. Follows procedures relating to the handling and disposal of medical waste, biohazard waste and sharps. Follows procedures for the handling and transportation of clean and soiled linen.
Safety - Uses and maintains all assigned equipment and chemicals in a safe manner in accordance with established procedures. Inspects equipment, rooms, and areas for safety hazards, and reports them to the Environmental Services Supervisor or Director. Follows procedures relating to personal injury and incident reporting. Wears required personal protective clothing for chemical usage, isolation room cleaning and where exposure to bloodborne pathogens is likely. Assists in the cleaning of emergency spills observed or upon request. Performs assigned duties relating to fire, disasters and weather emergencies. Follows all operational Policies and Procedures relating to the safe use of hospital vehicles.
Personal Development - Attends all mandatory continuing education programs sponsored by either Staff Development or Environmental Services. Regularly attends departmental monthly education meetings. Willing to assist in the orientation of new employees. Participates in departmental QT team meetings.
Personal Interaction & Communication - Assists in the needs of patients, visitors and staff where appropriate. Follows guidelines relating to the special needs of pediatric and geriatric patients. Strictly adheres to the standards and requirements of the Hospital's Compliance Program. Effectively utilizes the Outlook and Kronos communication systems.
Working Conditions - Conditions include but are not limited to: heat, cold, humidity, noise, odors and exterior weather conditions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time and prolonged periods of standing and walking
Performs other duties as assigned.

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Environmental Attendant/Housekeeping