Hospital Housekeeper Summer & Part-Time Opportunities Available in Boone, North Carolina at Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

Hospital Housekeeper – Summer & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Location: Boone, North Carolina | PRN/Seasonal | Shifts Vary

Why You'll Love Working Here

Looking for a summer job that makes a difference?

As a Hospital Housekeeper at UNC Health Appalachian, you'll help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and healthcare team members. Looking for a meaningful way to earn extra income this summer or pick up flexible part-time hours? Join our Environmental Services team and gain valuable experience while helping create a clean, safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Compensation: Starts at $16.00/hour

Schedule: Flexible PRN or Part-time schedule

Benefits:

• Gain valuable workplace experience
• Flexible scheduling around summer activities
• Work alongside experienced healthcare professionals
• Build teamwork, communication, and customer service skills
• Opportunity for future employment with UNC Health Appalachian

What You'll Do

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, offices, hallways, and public areas.
• Help maintain a safe and welcoming environment throughout the hospital.
• Restock supplies and assist with departmental organization.
• Follow infection prevention and safety procedures.
• Properly handle waste and recyclable materials.
• Work as part of a team to support patient care through environmental cleanliness.
• Provide friendly and professional interactions with patients, visitors, and staff.

Who We're Looking For

No healthcare experience is required.

We're seeking employees who are:

• At least 16 years of age.
• Dependable and willing to learn.
• Positive team players with a strong work ethic.
• Comfortable following instructions and safety procedures.
• Interested in gaining professional work experience.
• Able to communicate respectfully with patients, visitors, and staff.

Physical & Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Ability to move cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and healthcare environments.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when appropriate.

Why This Job Matters

Environmental Services team members play a vital role in patient safety. Every cleaned room, sanitized surface, and maintained space helps protect patients, visitors, and healthcare workers. You'll be an important part of the team that keeps our hospitals safe and welcoming every day.

Ready to Spend Your Summer Making a Difference?

Join UNC Health Appalachian this summer and gain valuable work experience while supporting the health of your community. Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to excellence, service, and compassionate care.

About UNC Health Appalachian
It's official - UNC Health Appalachian earned an "A" in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Patient Safety Grades! UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.”

About UNC Health
UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen. For accommodations or additional information, contact arhsrecruitment@unchealth.unc.edu.