Housekeeper, Per Diem (Sacramento)

POSITION TITLE: Housekeeper

REPORTS TO (TITLE): Director of Plant Operations

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

To maintain a clean and sanitary environment throughout the hospital.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Replenish restroom supplies and maintain records as directed.
• Cleans floors in-patient and non-patient areas.
• Removes trash and waste from designated areas of facility.
• Removes and replaces soiled linens from designated patient areas.
• Maintains facility and furnishings in clean, orderly fashion.
• Adheres to organization's safety, security policies and procedures.
• Maintains up-to-date records on supplies.
• Provides good customer service and represents facility in a positive manner.
• Participates in activities which enhance professional growth and development.
• Adheres to instructions and deadlines.
• Provides back-up for receptionist.
• Performs related duties, as requested.
• Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.
• Maintains confidentiality of patients and staff at all times.
• Sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.

Requirements

POSITION Requirements:

Knowledge and Experience:

High School degree or equivalent preferred.

Current NCI equivalent as approved by the Chief Nursing Officer (or obtained within the first 30 days of hire).

Hospital experience preferred.

Elementary reading, writing and math skills.

Basic English usage.

Knowledge of and skills in applying basic cleaning and housekeeping procedures and methods.

Skills and Abilities:

Maintains confidentiality of patients and staff at all times.

Sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.

Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.

Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following:

• Communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population.
• Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions.
• Vision: see details of objects at close range.
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Reach forward, up, down, and to the side.
• Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day.
• Lift up to twenty five (25) pounds.