Brattleboro Memorial Hospital / Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Title: Laundry Aide

Job Code: 347

Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Nights: 3pm - 11:30pm and Sunday, Monday days: 7am - 3:30pm

FTE: 1.0

Weekend Schedule: Yes

Holiday Schedule: Rotates

Call Schedule:

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department Name: Housekeeping

Department Code: 8600

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Plant Operations Director, the Laundry Aide tends laundering machines to clean

facility linens and personal articles of patients. Loads articles into washer and selects proper program to washer

and dryer cycles. Lifts clean wet articles from washer and places them into dryers for measured time cycles. Sorts

dry articles, folds and places items in appropriate storage shelves or Linen closets.

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE:

The Environmental Services Department is responsible for meeting the needs of its customers, which include all

patient care areas (Med-Surg, ER, OR, outpatient and diagnostic services, doctor’s offices, etc.), by providing them

with a clean, sanitary and aesthetically pleasing environment while following basic established safety, cleaning and

infection control practices. The scope of service includes providing suitable linen in sufficient quantities, while

identifying and anticipating customers’ future needs. The Department will assist in meeting the needs of all areas through revising schedules, creating items to meet unusual needs—such as curtains, cart covers, etc. This is conducted

seven days a week.

JOB SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

Consistently demonstrates ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Wash and dry patient clothing and facility linens.
• Fold and sort clothes and linens.
• Deliver and track all linen.
• Physical ability to visually inspect materials
• Physical ability to feed folding equipment
• Physical ability to use brooms, etc.
• Assures the availability of linens on all shifts.
• Understands functions of various soaps and bleaches and uses them appropriately.
• Assures personal and staff compliance to all State and Federal regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, use of hazardous materials, and fire safety.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Cleans filters on driers as directed.
• Inventories supplies.
• Assure personal and staff compliance to Patients’ Rights.

Adheres to all applicable policies and procedures when working in the facility.

Complies with department requirement to seek assistance or utilize appropriate lifting equipment when attempting to lift or carry loads in excess of 35 pounds.

EDUCATION:

• Able to comprehend and execute written and oral instruction with minimal reminder.

EXPERIENCE/SKILL SETS:

• General commercial laundry experience required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn hospital specific infection control cleaning.
• Ability to collect soiled linen and sort for washing and drying.
• Able to wear appropriate PPE when sorting.
• Must be 18 for this position.
• Ability to read and write English.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S):

• None required.

OSHA CATEGORY

• OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

Estimated time spent on each:

• Standing - 2/3 or more
• Walking - 2/3 or more
• Sitting - None
• Talking or Hearing - 1/3 to 1/2
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - 2/3 or more
• Pushing/Pulling - 2/3 or more
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - 2/3 or more
• Reaching with hands and arms - 2/3 or more
• Tasting or smelling - Up to 1/3

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Show how much and how often by checking the

appropriate boxes below.

• Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 25 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 50 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
• Up to 100 pounds - None
• More than 100 pounds - None

Vision Requirements - No Special Vision Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions. Show the amount of time by checking the

appropriate boxes below.

• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - 1/3 to 1/2
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 2/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Outdoor weather conditions - None
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - 2/3 or more
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - Up to 1/3

The typical noise level for the environment is:

• Moderate Noise
• Loud Noise
• Very Loud Noise

Hearing

• Ability to hear alarms on equipment
• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions of this position.

EEO/ADA Statement

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.