Housekeeper, Full-time, Evening Shift
Spaulding Hospital-Boston & Cambridge(SRN,SRH,SHC)

Summary

Perform a variety of services to maintain cleanliness of the environment. Key activities include cleaning public restrooms, assigned patient rooms and trash removal using standard precautions. Depending on the assigned unit, remove biohazard waste on patient floors, syringe needles boxes. Maintain offices in a clean, hygienic manner, including dusting and vacuuming.
Key Responsibilities

• Office areas are cleaned in accordance with department standards.
• Patient rooms are cleaned daily and upon discharge in accordance with department standards.
• Productivity standards are met.
• Equipment is prepared, cleaned and stored per department guidelines.
• Auxiliary areas are monitored and cleaned (e.g. nurse's station, therapy station, dining rooms, locker rooms, public bathrooms, medical rooms) per established guidelines.
• Elevator service is prioritized to accommodate patients per established guidelines.
• Clean linen is delivered and soiled linen is collected in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Specialty mattresses and associated equipment are delivered and maintained per department guidelines.
• Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.
• PCC Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.

Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience

Education/Degree

Required:

• Computer proficiency required. Microsoft Office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.

Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)

Required:

• Must be able to read, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to use and maintain necessary equipment such as vacuums.
• Must be able to learn and follow cleaning procedures.
• Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.
• Advanced Environmental Services Associate maintains Department of Transportation certification.

Preferred:

• Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.
• Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.
• Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.
• High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
• Attention to detail.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment:
Activity

Amount of Time Spent

None

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Outdoor weather conditions

x

Extreme cold (non weather)

x

Work in high place(s)

x

Work in confined space(s)

x

Risk of electrical shock

x

Risk of radiation exposure

x

Exposure to blood borne pathogens

x

Flammable/explosive gases

x

Toxic / caustic chemicals

x

Dust or other irritants

x

Grease or oils

x

Hazardous specimens

x

Exposure to lab animals

x

Infectious / contagious disease

x

Cleaning agents/chemicals

x

Hot equipment

x

Noisy equipment

x

Humid or wet conditions (non -weather)

x

Other

Lifting/Carry Requirements of this job
No Lifting required

No Carrying required

Number of pounds
Amount of Time

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Lift
Carry
Lift
Carry
Lift
Carry
Lift
Carry

Up to 10 pounds

x

x

Up to 25 pounds

x

x

Up to 50 pounds

x

x

Up to 100 pounds

x

x

Over 100 pounds

Push/Pull Requirements of this job:
No Pushing required

No Pulling required

Number of pounds
Amount of Time

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Push
Pull
Push
Pull
Push
Pull
Push
Pull

Up to 10 pounds

x

x

Up to 25 pounds

x

x

Up to 50 pounds

x

x

Up to 100 pounds

x

x

Over 100 pounds

Physical Activity requirements of this job:
Activity
Amount of Time Spent

None

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Stand

x

Walk

x

Sit

x

Use of hands requiring fine motor skills and sense of touch

x

Move / rotate / bend wrist(s)

x

Type / use keyboard or other data entry device

x

Reach with hands & arms

x

Climb stairs

x

Climb ladder or other equipment

x

Drive / operate motor vehicle

x

Balance

x

Stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl

x

Speak

x

Hear

x

Taste

x

Smell

x

x

Touch

Other

Vision Requirements of this job:
Vision Requirement

Always called upon in job

Sometimes called upon in job

Rarely called upon in job

Close vision

x

Distance vision

x

Color vision

x

Peripheral vision

x

Depth perception

x

Ability to adjust focus

x

Other

Safety equipment used while performing this job:

Safety eye glasses

x

Gowns

x

Filter lens (welding/soldering)

Scrubs

Face shields

x

Boots

Ear plugs or Mufflers

x

Hard hat

Surgical mask / dust mask

x

Coveralls

Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Gloves

x

Other

Level of noise typical in this work environment:

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate

x

Loud

Very loud

EEO Statement
SRN is committed to diversity in the workplace which begins with respect and opportunity for all. PHH takes affirmative action to ensure that equal employment opportunity is provided to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, ancestry, veteran status, disability or any other basis that would be inconsistent with any applicable ordinance or law.

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