What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper position at Teton County Hospital District?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Consistently demonstrates appropriate area cleaning and/or disinfection techniques which meet or exceed
standards established in:
a. Patient Discharge/ resident wash down
b. Occupied patient/resident rooms
c. Ancillary and support service areas
d. Utility Room/Closets
f. Offices / Public areas
Other Routine Duties
a. Consistently maintains Housekeeping Cart Cleanliness - Replenishes Chemicals and supplies daily.
b. Consistently and thoroughly completes daily area assignment sheets - Logs out and returns keys and/or
beepers.
c. Consistently Practices Universal Precaution Techniques/ body substance isolation procedures by wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. Follows good hand-washing techniques.
d. Consistently maintains high level of productivity and takes initiative to perform other duties above and beyond normal assignments.
e. Responds Quickly And Effectively To Calls or Requests For Housekeeping Services.
f. Demonstrate knowledge and application of housekeeping chemicals dispensing system (3M twist and fill) by utilizing correct solution for specific cleaning. Disinfecting tasks and promoting cost saving efforts.
g. Demonstrates concern for housekeeping areas by cleaning housekeeping closet and equipment in assigned areas daily. Assists in keeping break/locker room area neat and clean.
Other Duties: Patient Safety/General Safety
a. Ensure patient safety by maintaining Open Hallway / Exit Thoroughfares, and utilizing wet floor signs, locking bed brakes, and etc.
b. Assures compliance with sharps container/needle box procedures by disposing when container is 3/4 full or upon request.
c. Demonstrate willingness to follow all St. John's Hospital and EVS departmental policies and procedures.
d. Adheres to and practices St. John's Corporate Compliance Program and participates in Performance Improvement activities.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
Working Conditions
Working with cleaning agents and potential hazardous or infectious waste. Operating and maintaining housekeeping, laundry and floor equipment. Working around people who are injured or in hospital environment. Work areas may be crowded, noisy and temperatures may vary. Must be on-site at the SJH Campus to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.
Physical Requirements
Must be physically able to bend, kneel, and raise arms above shoulder level. Must be able to push and pull essential housekeeping, laundry and floor equipment. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be on feet standing or walking 90% of shift.
Direct Reports: None
Reports to: Assistant Manager Environmental Services
Internal & External Contacts
Patients, residents, visitors and all hospital personnel.
Completes tasks in a way that ensures there are no errors
Methodically and patiently reviews work to identify any mistakes or discrepancies
Creates and stores documentation in a way that is thorough and easy to access
Initiative
Doesnt wait for others to tell him/her what to do; sees a problem or opportunity and immediately starts
moving to address it
Finds his/her own motivation for completing work and accomplishing goals
Interpersonal Skills
Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down and sideways, inside and outside the organization
Builds appropriate rapport
Uses diplomacy and tact
Listening
Practices attentive and active listening
Has the patience to hear people out
Time Management
Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently
Concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities
Gets more done in less time than others
