What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian position at New Horizon Family Health Services?
NEW HORIZON FAMILY HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Custodian
DEPARTMENT: Operations
SUPERVISOR: Facilities Director
STATUS: Non-Exempt
**IMPORTANT NOTE**
THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Facilities Director, the Custodian performs a variety of routine domestic cleaning and custodial duties for New Horizon Family Health Services, Inc. Responsible for the overall environmental cleanliness and safety of the Center.
DUTIES PERFORMED:
- Maintains cleanliness of restrooms and assures the availability of soap, hand towels, toilet and facial tissue, etc.
- On a daily basis, disinfects medical treatment rooms in strict accordance with established guidelines, policies and procedures.
- Responds immediately to request for clean-up/environmental assistance.
- Assists in maintaining adequate stock control of departmental supplies.
- Completes heavy mopping, stripping, and waxing of halls and bathroom facilities as needed.
- Completes detailed cleaning of medical treatment rooms and work areas as needed.
- Empties waste receptacles and changes receptacle bags on a daily basis.
- Follows OSHA guidelines for cleaning patient care areas, laboratory and other areas of the facility.
- Follows OSHA guidelines for handling infectious waste and hazardous material.
- Observes schedule for work, breaks, and lunch.
- Must hold all patient Protected Health Information (PHI) other patient personal information and agency information in confidence, in accordance with the attached Employee Confidentiality Statement, which I have read, understand and signed.
- Actively participates in and complies with all aspects of the NHFHS Corporate compliance Program, follow the Program Code of Conduct and obey all relevant laws, statutes, regulations and requirements applicable to Medicaid, Medicare and other State and Federal health care programs.
- Participates in CQI, other internal committees, special projects/observances or activities that promote improvements in organizational performance and/or advance the mission, goals, and objectives of New Horizon Family Health Services.
- Performs other duties which may be assigned by the supervisor, CEO, or their designee.
New Horizon Family Health Services reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
- High School graduate or GED preferred
Experience
- Minimum of six (6) months experience as a Housekeeper/Custodian.
- Must be familiar with infectious waste disposal procedures.
- Must be capable of understanding and carrying out routine instructions.
- Must be able to read and understand safety/chemical labels and safety data sheets.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule as work hours may not always be uniformed or prescribed.
- Must be familiar with operating various cleaning equipment (i.e.: vacuum cleaners, buffers)
- Must have the physical capacity to perform required tasks.
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
- Must have pleasant personality; must be dependable.
Benefits:
New Horizon Family Health Services offers a robust and comprehensive benefit package to full time employees. These choices/options include:
- Vacation plus holidays and sick leave
Optional Benefits which include:
- Medical (PEBA State Health Plan), Dental and Vision benefits
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
- Optional contribution to a 403 (b) Retirement Plan, with up to 4% employer match after the first year of employment
- Continuing education courses through SC AHEC
Mission:
Our Mission is to provide quality, affordable, compassionate patient-centered health care to improve the health of the communities we serve. Our Vision is that our community will be one of the healthiest in the Nation. Superior patient care is the hallmark of NHFHS.
Community:
Greenville, South Carolina is the perfect place to live, work, and play. Greenville is surrounded by mountains, lakes, hiking & biking trails, as well as recreational activities including golf, tennis, water sports, cultural performances and more. Geographically located between Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC, with beaches just 3.5 to 4 hours away.
We are an Equal Opportunity employer.
