Housekeeping - CommonSpirit Health : Job Details

Provides basic and specialty cleaning services to all areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, offices, hallways, floors and public environments (as assigned) in order to maintain the hospital in a sanitary, safe and attractive condition. Incumbents also collect and transport infectious and regular trash. Incumbents may also be responsible for unloading, replenishing and distributing linen goods according to pre-established quota and par-levels and removing soiled linen from chute rooms and/or other designated areas. Work is performed independently and in accordance with FHS standards and procedures.

Essential duties include:

• Performs daily cleaning and/or linen delivery tasks as assigned, following all FHS policies and procedures.
• Cleaning tasks may include, but are not limited to: dusting, cleaning and disinfecting vents, furniture, woodwork, bathroom fixtures, showers, whirlpools and portable equipment; washing and making beds; cleaning and disinfecting operating and delivery rooms; washing ceilings and walls; sweeping and mopping hallways, stairwells and public areas; cleaning sinks and toilets; spot-cleaning, shampooing and/or vacuuming carpets.
• Performs work operating manual, battery-powered and electric equipment. Cleans and maintains equipment such as cleaning cart and janitor's closet.
• May unload clean linen carts, deliver linen supplies, stock linens and remove soiled linens as assigned. May order weekly cleaning supplies and chemicals for assigned areas.
• Wears prescribed protective gear (i.e., gloves, goggles) appropriate to assignment and observes and participates in all hospital-required Safety, Risk Management, and Infection Control practices, including hand washing/hand sanitizing protocols.
• Gathers and disposes of garbage, waste, soiled linen and infectious and regular trash in the prescribed manner.

Education/experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position is required.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings.