Linen Distribution Manager (Surrounding Chicago Area)

Working as the Linen Distribution Manager, you are responsible for managing the hospital's laundry & linen program on-site at the healthcare facility to insure an adequate supply of clean linen for all user areas while professionally interacting with both the processing plant and hospital personnel and management as required.  Key Responsibilities: Assigns duties as required and delegates distribution staff as necessary Plans and schedules receiving, recording, distribution, and collection of work flow Oversees housekeeping and general cleanliness of the linen room and associated work areas Performs general and spot inspections as required of laundered articles to assure compliance with OSHA and JCAHO recommendations and requirements Maintains records for department attendance, production efficiencies, linen tracking, etc. Contacts departments in the hospital to obtain feedback and information regarding linen services Participates in the central linen standardization committee as necessary Interviews new employees and directs their orientation and training as required Provides services as needed to departments with special requirements Reports overuse, abuse, or misuse of linens, to include recommended actions to management and hospital contacts as necessary Covers for distribution personnel as necessary due to absenteeism, vacation, sick, etc. in order to meet facility needs   Preferred Qualifications:   Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations Ability to multi-task and establish priorities as required for adequate job performance Ability to maintain and demonstrate organization in a changing environment Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership Possess and demonstrate a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures Ability to use knowledge and experience of a working environment to meet established goals and objectives High school diploma or GED equivalency preferred   Advocate Condell - 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, IL 60048 *4 FTES  Advocate Good Shepherd - 450 IL-22, Barrington IL 60010 *4 FTES  Advocate Lutheran - 1775 Dempster St., Park Ridge, IL 60068 *10-12 FTES