Housekeeping AideIM Per Diem

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Performs routine housekeeping and cleaning duties in any area of Ingraham Manor, including outlying buildings. Also performs various moving and lifting functions in any area of Ingraham Manor, including outlying buildings.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities :

Cleans and disinfects assigned areas.

• Cleans offices, examining rooms, public and patient lavatories, lounges or other assigned areas; including halls, stairways, elevators, floors, furniture and the inside of windows and doors.
• Cleans equipment as assigned, including mobile equipment, refrigerators, microwaves, etc. Follows strict procedures to maintain a sanitary condition.
• Cleans assigned resident rooms including but not limited to : wet and dry mopping floors, dusting all surfaces and ledges, cleaning toilets, sinks, walls, furniture, windows, tables, , according to strict procedures to maintain a sanitary condition.
• Washes and makes unoccupied beds, assists with occupied beds.
• Assists with Laundry Department tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Disinfects isolation rooms, tables, and equipment in treatment and examination rooms as assigned, according to strict procedures to maintain a sanitary condition.

Removes trash from assigned areas.

Performs safety related duties.

Transports materials as needed.

Demonstrates dependability.

Exhibits teamwork mindset in the daily activities of the job.

Educational / Minimum Requirements :

Some high school. Three months of institutional housekeeping or related experience.

State / Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements :

None

Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements :

General orientation at time of hire. Fire / Safety / Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by Ingraham Manor.

Special Requirements :

Good communication skills allowing for effective interaction with coworkers, residents, and visitors.

Physical Requirements :

May be required to lift up to waist level, on occasion in excess of 50 lbs., with free range of body motion so that tasks which required walking, bending, stooping, kneeling and twisting can be completed. Prolonged periods of standing two or more hours at a time is required. Visual acuity corrected to normal. Hearing corrected to normal. Ability to verbalize so the average person comprehend.

Work Environment :

Normal resident care environment. Exposure to resident fluids and waste. Exposure to wetness, odors, disinfectants and chemicals. Transports items throughout Ingraham Manor. Rapid pace and variable environment.

Cognitive Requirements :

The ability to read and comprehend manufacturers label. Ability to read, comprehend, and execute written and oral instructions

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.