What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian, Cleaning position at South Central Primary Care?
Company Overview
South Central Primary Care Center (SCPCC) is dedicated to developing and maintaining a healthcare delivery system that meets the needs of our community. Established in 1992, we operate as a non-profit network of Federally Qualified Health Centers, committed to providing high-quality healthcare services with care and respect for all.
Summary
We are seeking a Custodian to join our team at South Central Primary Care Center. In this role, you will be essential in maintaining a clean and safe environment for our patients and staff, directly contributing to our mission of delivering efficient and caring healthcare services. This role involves disinfecting surfaces, managing biohazardous waste, and adhering to strict health and safety protocols. Janitors working in a medical environment need familiarity with cleaning procedures, knowledge of infection control and medical waste disposal, physical stamina, and teamwork skills to perform their duties effectively and safely. This role is essential in maintaining a clean and safe healthcare environment, reducing the risk of infection and ensuring patients, visitor, and staff well-being. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of South Central Primary Care Center Inc.
Responsibilities:
· Performs routine cleaning of patient rooms, exam rooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas.
· Disposes of biohazardous and non-hazardous waste following medical waste disposal protocols.
· Collects and disposes of trash.
· Disinfects high-touch surfaces, medical equipment, and furniture to prevent infection spread.
· Refills sanitation supplies (soap, hand sanitizer, gloves, paper products) as needed.
· Sweeps, mops, vacuums, and buffs floors to maintain a sterile environment.
· Assists with deep-cleaning protocols during outbreaks or special circumstances.
· Follows OSHA, CDC, and facility-specific safety guidelines for medical sanitation and infection control standards.
· Reports any maintenance or supply issues, spills, broken equipment, or safety hazards immediately.
· Keeps job sites in a clean and orderly condition.
· Documents work completed; reports job outcome/supplies used via written and/or verbal communication.
· Works with solvents, cleansers, disinfectants, and other common industrial chemicals in a safe and efficient manner.
· Completes tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
· Keeps cleaning supplies in stock.
· Understands regular hours/shifts may vary as janitorial coverage needs dictate; may include nights and/or weekends
· Ensures building security when leaving after hours.
· Performs other job duties as assigned by Management.
If you are passionate about creating a clean and safe environment in healthcare settings, we invite you to apply today and become an integral part of our dedicated team at South Central Primary Care Center.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Ability to manage time efficiently.
· Ability to work well unsupervised.
· Ability to work safely with a variety of cleaning supplies and equipment.
· Understanding safety protocols related to handling biohazardous materials.
· Familiarity with and ability to read and understand an MDS book and product labels
· Ability to troubleshoot.
· Knowledge of proper cleaning, infection prevention, and infection control procedures and techniques.
· Ability to work independently and follow schedules while maintaining attention to detail.
· A positive customer-service oriented attitude.
· Self-starter who demonstrates professionalism and can work independently.
· Flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business.
· Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications:
· High school diploma or GED
· Current Georgia Driver's License
· Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
· 2-3 years previous janitorial, housekeeping, or sanitation experience, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting.
· Use of common measurement tools and gauges.
· Basic math, reading, and comprehension skills.
· Basic computer and internet skills, to include ability to access and respond to emails via company email
· Medical sanitation or certification in environmental services or sanitation certifications preferred.
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing undue hardship for the employer.
· Full range body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
· Sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged periods of time.
· Lifting and carrying at least 25 pounds.
· Occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 70 pounds.
· Normal or corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
· Remaining awake and alert while on duty for 8 or more hours per shift.
· Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, crawl, reach, push, pull, and climb as needed to perform work.
· Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights.
· Ability to withstand exposure to a variety of smells, temperatures, noises, chemicals, and moving mechanical parts associated with janitorial and sanitation duties.
Typical Working Conditions:
· Incumbents require travel to facilities.
· Some work is conducted outdoors.
· Requires traveling.
· Work may be stressful at times and may require occasional evening or weekend work.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38 – 42 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Clinic
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- janitorial, housekeeping, or cusodian: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $21