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Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital

Housekeeper I

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Essential Functions Perform daily and discharge cleaning, including bed‑making, wall‑spotting, toilet cleaning, high/low dusting, and O.R. terminal cleaning. Maintain a professional and safe work environment, using caution signs and cones. Complete unfinished tasks from previous shifts and report any maintenance or assignment issues. Clean organic waste (blood, body fluids, feces, sputum, etc.) per supervisor instructions. Install cubicle, shower, and window curtains as needed. Disinfect and sanitize I.V. poles, pumps, and other patient equipment upon discharge. Learn and implement new cleaning procedures related to healthcare standards.

Schedule Monday to Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.

Experience — (No specific experience required stated).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Understand and converse in English at a level that allows safe, efficient performance of the job.

Adhere to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.

Possess manual dexterity and the ability to stand for long periods.

Follow department guidelines related to environmental services tasks.

Perform basic and heavier cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods.

Clean patient equipment as requested by the supervisor, including beds and all room furnishings.

Assist in manpower support for office and/or related moves, special conference room set‑ups, and any other occasions as required.

Use proper chemicals for the proper tasks.

Perform cleaning of emergency spills when observed and/or upon request.

Assist nursing in making up extra beds and other duties as assigned during community disaster.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (with assisted device)

Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (with assisted device)

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)

Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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