Housekeeper-WEP
US-IA-Cedar Rapids
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Req #: 166466
Type: WEP Full Time Benefits
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Overview: Daily cleaning and filling supplies in patient rooms, nurses stations, lounges, bathrooms, offices, isolation cleaning of patient rooms, discharge cleaning of patient rooms, and project work as assigned in accordance with standard procedures of the Environmental Services Department and in accordance with hospital objectives. Will use cleaning devices including housekeeper cart, germicidal disinfectant chemicals, high dusters, microfiber mops, ladders, vacuum, mini extractor, Xenex robot and other necessary equipment and supplies. Responsibilities: Education * The associate is aware of hospital and department compliance for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or hospital administrative staff. * Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the hospital's commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity. * Successfully completes hospital-wide orientation, annual hospital competencies and department/unit specific competencies. * For the safety of our patients and co-workers, St. Luke's Hospital requires seasonal and job related vaccinations. This is reviewed regularly during periodic health assessments. Customer Service * Promote the philosophy, programs and initiatives of St. Luke's Hospital and the Environmental Services Department. * Ability to communicate effectively with the public, patients and staff in a positive, professional manner which promotes St. Luke's' services. Key Accountability * Performs cleaning function in assigned areas following established schedule and using prescribed methods. * Assist in cleaning of emergency spill observed or upon request. * Maintains assigned equipment for cleanliness and have repairs made as needed. * Observe and report the need for repairs to equipment, furniture, building and fixtures. * In case of emergencies perform duties as assigned. Qualifications: * Customer/patient focused * Technical aptitude-equipment/chemicals * Self-development * Professionalism * Must be able to work well with all customers, especially coworkers. * Demonstrate a cooperative, courteous and dependable work performance. * Possess high integrity and retain confidentiality at all times. * Serves customers of all ages and should demonstrate understanding of the various expected changes throughout the life span to better serve customers and support staff in appropriate service delivery.
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