Housekeeper in Norfolk, Virginia at Childrens Hospital of The King's Daughters

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Housekeeper is responsible for the performance of general housekeeping duties in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. Reports to department leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleans assigned area on a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis.
• Uses proper cleaning techniques and procedures to prevent the spread of infections and disease.
• Displays knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their use.
• Removes garbage from assigned area.
• Replenishes paper supplies and hand soap.
• Washes/dusts mini blinds as needed.
• Removes soiled spots in carpeting.
• Washes interior/exterior of windows as assigned.
• Keeps work station and equipment neat and clean.
• Maintains an adequate amount of cleaning supplies and paper products in housekeeping closet and on cart. Orders supplies as needed.
• Notifies maintenance and/or supervisor of any work requisitions needed.
• Practices good safety habits.
• Attends meetings and training in-services as required.
• Responsible for completing checklists and other paperwork requirements.
• Maintains compliance with company policy, standards of operation and Employee Handbook.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Licenses and/or Certifications
  • None
• Preferred Licenses and/or Certifications
  • None

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Required Education and Experience
  • Ability to perform duties at a level typically acquired through completion of a high school diploma, GED, or work experience.
• Preferred Education and Experience
  • Six months of housekeeping experience preferred.
  • Work experience in a health care setting is a plus.
• Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with team members, various levels of management, and internal and external contacts.
  • Must be able to operate work equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like with exception of visits to the computer room.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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