POSITION TYPE:        Non-Direct Care                                            FLSA STATUS:      Non-Exempt

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Direct and oversee the day-to-day operation of housekeeping activities to maintain a clean and healthy environment for patient care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist in the day-to-day operation of housekeeping for the facility.

Perform cleaning duties safely and in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations or laws.

Organization policy and procedures in order to maintain a clean and sanitary environment.

Disinfect rooms, furniture, fixtures, equipment and supplies, using appropriate processes and germicides or cleaning equipment.

Provide guidance to staff to ensure work assignments and cleaning schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift / area.

Launder soiled linens as directed.

Maintain adequate cleaning supplies for department / unit use.

Properly clean and store all equipment and supplies after each shift.

Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations, media equipment, and furniture for facility.

May be responsible for stocking of supplies.

Routinely practice infection control measures.

Responsible for the supervision of staff, provides orientation and training for new personnel. 

Other housekeeping duties, such as move and arrange furniture, turn mattresses, clean kitchens, cooking utensils, silverware, sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, as needed.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent required. One or more years of housekeeping experience in a commercial, clinic or healthcare environment.  Must have knowledge of sanitation techniques and equipment operation with training in universal precautions and infection control preferred.  Basic reading, writing, speaking skills and understand English sufficient to provide and receive instructions/directions.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid state driver's license, where required in a facility.  First Aid, CPR, de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).