What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laundry Assistant - Full Time position at Extendicare Health and Rehab?
Summary of Duties
Perform daily laundry activities to assure that the facility is maintained in a clean and safe manner.
Essential Job Functions
- Sort soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and separate those items that require special stain removal/treatment.
- Sort, count, and wash soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., in accordance with established procedures.
- Fold, count, stack, hang, and distribute clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., to residents daily and/or as instructed.
- Distribute clean laundry, linen, garments, etc. to designated areas as instructed during emergency conditions.
- Clean work/supply carts, equipment, etc., as necessary.
- Clean and store equipment properly at the end of the shift.
- Notify supervisor of equipment and supply needs.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by supervisor including special projects.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. No experience required. On-the-job training provided.
Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions
- Must be able to move about consistently throughout the workday.
- Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently throughout the work day.
- Must be able to walk/stand 75% of the day.
- Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry up to 50 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.
- Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.
- Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
