housekeeper - Herkimer, NY , USA, United States - Bassett Healthcare

Description

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.

We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Recently named a Forbes America's Best-In-State Employer 2022

What you'll do

The Housekeeper is a patient ambassador for the hospital, interacting with patients while cleaning, using appropriate chemicals to clean and/or sanitize the areas assigned, following infection control procedures, and utilizing the duty list checklist.

Additionally, if qualified, floor care/maintenance is performed, including burnishing, top scrub & recoat, strip and applying new finish, and bonneting.

• Demonstrates knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Clean assigned area per the 10 Step Cleaning method and any other specific requirements per the assigned duties/duty list checklist.
• Uses appropriate chemicals, techniques, and infection control procedures while cleaning
• Follow assigned duties for the day listed on the duty list/daily check list.
• Incorporates scripting/GREAT into daily tasks.
• Follows all EPIC policies and procedures per Department standards.
• Reports any maintenance or repairs needed immediately to management or identifies on daily checklist.
• Performs related services such as changing curtains, stocking supplies
• Maintains equipment, tools and storage areas in clean, orderly and good operating condition.
• Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, spills, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we need from you


Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred

Skills:

• Accountability
• Attention to detail
• Customer Service

* listening

• Maintain confidentiality
• Reliability

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, typing/clerical/dexterity, kneeling, seeing/monitor/computer use, stooping
• Occasional fit testing
• Frequent grasping, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking

Hazards:

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, burns, electrical
• Frequent chemical and mechanical

Working conditions:

• Occasional extreme temperatures, noise, vibration, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors, poor ventilation

Travel:

• No Travel Required

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind.

Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett.


Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:
USD $16.12/Hr.


Pay Range Maximum:
USD $17.16/Hr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.