Essential Functions:

Dependability

• Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
• Empty wastebaskets and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
• Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners and shampooers.
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
• Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, tidy, and locked.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of all floors; carpets, tile, concrete and brick flooring.

Integrity

• Observe precautions required to protect hospital and guest property and report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors.
• Follows all infection prevention and control practices, including Standard Precautions, Transmission-Based Precautions and hand hygiene.

Attention to Detail

• Maintains an adequate supply of soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue in all areas as required.
• Utilizer the appropriate chemicals, supplies and clean techniques according to procedure and manufacturer’s recommendations.

Independence

• Push wheeled housekeeping cart supplied with cleaning supplies.
• Operates and maintains all equipment correctly and safely.

Compliance

• Promotes and adheres to the provisions of the compliance program.
• Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Promotes and adheres to the TVHS core values and Standards of Behavior.

Education and Experience:

• Previous institutional cleaning experience preferred