Laundry Worker

The Laundry Worker performs a variety of duties related to the collection, washing, drying, folding, and distribution of hospital linens, gowns, uniforms, and other laundry
items. This position ensures that all textiles are processed according to hospital standards for cleanliness and infection prevention, maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Collects, transports, weighs, records and washes soiled linen from hospital departments.


•  Folds and distributes clean linen to maintain an adequate supply in all areas.


•  Cleans work/supply carts, equipment and exchange carts.


•  Cleans assigned work areas and disposes of refuse.


•  Inspects linen for any stain, holes or breaks in the material. Removes all strings, lint and loose materials from the linen.


•  Mends any linen needing repair, either by iron-on patches or sewing, making certain there are no needle holes in a vital part of the material.


•  Maintains and checks mending boxes on a collection schedule.


•  Processes specialty linen appropriately.


•  Maintain cleanliness and organization of laundry area, including equipment and work surfaces.

Skills and Abilities:

•  Ability to follow oral and written instructions.


•  Good communication and teamwork skills.


•  Able to adjust to changing priorities, workloads, and department needs.


•  Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

•  Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently independently with ability to assist with heavier weights (100+ pounds) with team lift or mechanical equipment.


•  Frequent exposure to heat, humidity, and noise from laundry machinery.


•  May be exposed to biohazardous materials and chemicals; personal protective equipment (PPE) required.


•  Able to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day), and frequently sit, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch throughout the workday.


•  Occasional exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue, communicable diseases, chemicals, including but not limited to sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items. Employee eligible for Hepatitis B Vaccination if desired.


•  Must be able to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation:

$17.64-$25.11m DOE

Benefits 

• Health Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA and Health Savings Account (HSA) Options


• 401K Plan with Roth Options


• 401K 3% employer match and a 2% base non-elective employer contribution


• Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance and long-term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods


• Option to elect Supplemental employee, spouse, and child life insurance


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Access to the Employee Assistance Program


• Discounts: available for meals in the cafeteria and over-the-counter pharmacy items


• Exercise/Fitness Facility: access to the Rehab Therapy Fitness Center for the employee and dependents

Expectations for All Employees
Support the organization’s mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Grande Ronde Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Grande Ronde Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Personnel Policy Manual and the Code of Conduct and support the Grande Ronde Hospital Compliance Program.  Effective communication skills and the ability work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical.

Mission: Grande Ronde Hospital and Clinics will ensure access to high quality, cost-effective health care in a safe and customer-friendly environment for all those in need of our services.

Vision: Quality health care is our mission. Patients are our passion. 

Values: Creativity, Compassion, Collaboration, Credibility