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HOUSEKEEPER II
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Riverside Healthcare
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Overview The Housekeeper II is responsible for performing a wide range of specialized and routine cleaning duties to maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment within the hospital. This role involves cleaning patient rooms, operating rooms, laboratories, and other critical areas requiring a higher standard of cleanliness and infection control. The Housekeeper II is expected to have a strong understanding of hospital cleaning protocols, handle more complex housekeeping tasks, and assist in training and mentoring less experienced staff.
Essential Duties
Perform thorough cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, including isolation rooms, operating rooms, emergency rooms, intensive care units, and other critical areas following established cleaning protocols and infection control guidelines.
Operate and maintain various cleaning equipment, such as automatic scrubbers, floor buffers, carpet extractors, and steam cleaners.
Perform advanced cleaning procedures, including terminal cleaning, deep cleaning of patient care areas, and specialized floor care tasks such as stripping, waxing, and buffing.
Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces, including bed rails, light switches, door handles, and medical equipment, to prevent the spread of infection.
Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of biohazardous waste, sharps, and other regulated medical waste materials.
Respond to emergency cleaning situations, such as spills or patient discharges, promptly and effectively to ensure patient safety.
Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, toilet tissue, and hand sanitizers in patient care areas, restrooms, and common areas.
Conduct inspections of cleaned areas to ensure they meet hospital standards and report any maintenance needs or safety hazards to the supervisor.
Assist in training and mentoring Housekeeper I staff and new employees on cleaning procedures, equipment use, and safety protocols.
Maintain accurate records of cleaning tasks, supply usage, and equipment maintenance in compliance with department policies.
Participate in continuing education and training sessions to stay current with best practices, safety regulations, and infection control standards.
Demonstrate flexibility with assignments within professional scope, duties, and licensure.
Responsibilities Physical ability to perform tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Preferred Experience
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in floor care or environmental services, preferably in a healthcare setting.
Knowledge of floor care techniques, equipment, and cleaning agents.
Familiarity with safety and infection control procedures and standards.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of cleanliness.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Preferred Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Exposure/Sensory Requirements Exposure to chemicals, blood and body fluids, and occasional exposure to TB or airborne pathogens during cleaning procedures. No exposure to video display terminals.
Sensory Requirements
Speech: Required to communicate with supervisor and patients.
Vision: Ability to see soiled carpet, digital pager messages, assignments, etc.
Smell: Ability to detect foul odors, helpful to note presence of electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Ability to hear alarms, voice pager messages.
Touch: Ability to feel heat or cold with hands.
Activity/Lifting Requirements Percentage of time: Sit 0%, Twist 6%, Stand 33%, Crawl 1%, Walk 33%, Kneel 5%, Lift 6%, Drive 0%, Squat 10%, Climb 2%, Bend 5%, Reach above shoulders 5%.
Weight to be lifted: Up to 10 lbs continuously, Up to 20 lbs frequently, Up to 35 lbs occasionally, Up to 60 lbs occasionally; no lifting over 75 lbs.
Maximum consecutive time: Sit 0, Twist 18, Stand 130, Crawl 0, Walk 155, Kneel 15, Lift 22, Drive 0, Squat 20, Climb 9, Bend 30, Reach above shoulders 10.
Repetitive Use Of Hands
Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
Normal weight: 50-200 lbs.
Pushing & pulling normal weight: 50-200 lbs.
Fine manipulation: Wringing out cloths.
Environmental Factors & Special Hazards
Inside hours: 8
Outside hours: 0
Temperature: Normal range
Lighting: Average
Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Normal range
Special Hazards: Mechanical, electrical, chemical - vacuums, floor equipment, cleaning supplies/other chemicals
Protective Clothing Required: Goggles and gloves
Our Commitment To You Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.
Our Total Rewards package includes:
Compensation
Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits
Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work
Pay Range USD $17.66 - USD $21.10 per hour
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part-time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Hospitals and Health Care
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HOUSEKEEPER II
role at
Riverside Healthcare
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Overview The Housekeeper II is responsible for performing a wide range of specialized and routine cleaning duties to maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment within the hospital. This role involves cleaning patient rooms, operating rooms, laboratories, and other critical areas requiring a higher standard of cleanliness and infection control. The Housekeeper II is expected to have a strong understanding of hospital cleaning protocols, handle more complex housekeeping tasks, and assist in training and mentoring less experienced staff.
Essential Duties
Perform thorough cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, including isolation rooms, operating rooms, emergency rooms, intensive care units, and other critical areas following established cleaning protocols and infection control guidelines.
Operate and maintain various cleaning equipment, such as automatic scrubbers, floor buffers, carpet extractors, and steam cleaners.
Perform advanced cleaning procedures, including terminal cleaning, deep cleaning of patient care areas, and specialized floor care tasks such as stripping, waxing, and buffing.
Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces, including bed rails, light switches, door handles, and medical equipment, to prevent the spread of infection.
Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of biohazardous waste, sharps, and other regulated medical waste materials.
Respond to emergency cleaning situations, such as spills or patient discharges, promptly and effectively to ensure patient safety.
Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, toilet tissue, and hand sanitizers in patient care areas, restrooms, and common areas.
Conduct inspections of cleaned areas to ensure they meet hospital standards and report any maintenance needs or safety hazards to the supervisor.
Assist in training and mentoring Housekeeper I staff and new employees on cleaning procedures, equipment use, and safety protocols.
Maintain accurate records of cleaning tasks, supply usage, and equipment maintenance in compliance with department policies.
Participate in continuing education and training sessions to stay current with best practices, safety regulations, and infection control standards.
Demonstrate flexibility with assignments within professional scope, duties, and licensure.
Responsibilities Physical ability to perform tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Preferred Experience
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in floor care or environmental services, preferably in a healthcare setting.
Knowledge of floor care techniques, equipment, and cleaning agents.
Familiarity with safety and infection control procedures and standards.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of cleanliness.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Preferred Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Exposure/Sensory Requirements Exposure to chemicals, blood and body fluids, and occasional exposure to TB or airborne pathogens during cleaning procedures. No exposure to video display terminals.
Sensory Requirements
Speech: Required to communicate with supervisor and patients.
Vision: Ability to see soiled carpet, digital pager messages, assignments, etc.
Smell: Ability to detect foul odors, helpful to note presence of electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Ability to hear alarms, voice pager messages.
Touch: Ability to feel heat or cold with hands.
Activity/Lifting Requirements Percentage of time: Sit 0%, Twist 6%, Stand 33%, Crawl 1%, Walk 33%, Kneel 5%, Lift 6%, Drive 0%, Squat 10%, Climb 2%, Bend 5%, Reach above shoulders 5%.
Weight to be lifted: Up to 10 lbs continuously, Up to 20 lbs frequently, Up to 35 lbs occasionally, Up to 60 lbs occasionally; no lifting over 75 lbs.
Maximum consecutive time: Sit 0, Twist 18, Stand 130, Crawl 0, Walk 155, Kneel 15, Lift 22, Drive 0, Squat 20, Climb 9, Bend 30, Reach above shoulders 10.
Repetitive Use Of Hands
Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
Normal weight: 50-200 lbs.
Pushing & pulling normal weight: 50-200 lbs.
Fine manipulation: Wringing out cloths.
Environmental Factors & Special Hazards
Inside hours: 8
Outside hours: 0
Temperature: Normal range
Lighting: Average
Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Normal range
Special Hazards: Mechanical, electrical, chemical - vacuums, floor equipment, cleaning supplies/other chemicals
Protective Clothing Required: Goggles and gloves
Our Commitment To You Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.
Our Total Rewards package includes:
Compensation
Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits
Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work
Pay Range USD $17.66 - USD $21.10 per hour
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part-time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Hospitals and Health Care
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