Per-Diem Housekeeper (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.

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.

Pay Range: $21.00