Job Title: Hospital Cleaner

Department: Environmental Services

Reports to: Supervisor, Environmental Services

Summary:

The Hospital Cleaner is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness of all areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, hallways, bathrooms, operating rooms, and other clinical areas. This position requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to follow strict safety procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Clean and disinfect all surfaces in assigned areas, including floors, walls, furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
• Remove trash and debris from all areas.
• Change bed linens and towels.
• Clean and restock patient rooms.
• Clean and maintain bathrooms.
• Clean and sanitize operating rooms and other clinical areas.
• Follow all safety procedures when cleaning, including using personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report any spills or hazards to supervisor immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of experience in cleaning or housekeeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow strict safety procedures.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The work environment is sometimes hazardous due to the presence of chemicals and other materials.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

Here are some tips on applying for a hospital cleaning job:

1. Research the hospital. Before you apply, take some time to research the hospital and learn about its mission, values, and patient population. This will help you to tailor your application and make a good impression on the hiring manager.
2. Tailor your resume and cover letter to the job. When you are writing your resume and cover letter, be sure to highlight your skills and experience that are relevant to the job you are applying for. You should also mention your interest in working in a hospital and your commitment to providing a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
3. Practice your interview skills. Once you have applied for the job, it is likely that you will be invited for an interview. Be sure to practice your interview skills so that you can make a good impression on the interviewer.
4. Dress professionally. When you go to the interview, be sure to dress professionally. This will show the interviewer that you are serious about the job and that you are respectful of the hospital environment.
5. Be prepared to answer questions about your experience and skills. The interviewer will likely ask you questions about your experience and skills. Be prepared to answer these questions in a clear and concise way.
6. Be positive and enthusiastic. The interviewer will be looking for someone who is positive and enthusiastic about the job. Be sure to convey your enthusiasm during the interview.

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Benefits

HCA Florida Memorial Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a(an) Hospital Housekeeper for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

Job Summary and Qualifications

• Responsible for cleaning clinical and non-clinical areas of the facility in accordance with departmental and hospital policy.
• Will also perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation policies.
• Adhere to storage, handling and disposal of RMW, Hazmat, solid waste and linen.
• Maintain and adhere to Environmental Service uniform and personal appearance standards at all time.
• Report all hazards and unsafe work conditions.

What qualifications you will need:

• High School Graduate or Equivalent preferred
• 1 + years of experience in healthcare preferred
• 1 + years of experience in housekeeping or service related field preferredHCS

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IN THE USA

Are you looking for a new challenge? For a rewarding job where you have the opportunity to make a real difference? Would you like to contribute to the greater good of the healthcare field? If so then we would love to hear from you!

A new opportunity has arisen for a Cleaner to join the Medirest family. We are looking for new members to join our highly dedicated team, who deliver outstanding cleaning services for patients, visitors and staff of the hospital.

As a Cleaner, you will play a vital role in infection control that is needed to keep the hospital operating and doing what it does best. Without the cleaners the hospital wouldn't be able to deliver its lifechanging medical services. Believe us when we say, this isn't just any cleaning job, this is a cleaning job which will make a real difference.

More about the role:

• High and low dusting, mopping, wiping and scrubbing surfaces.
• Cleaning of wards, side rooms, toilets, showers, infected and public areas.
• Ensure rubbish bins are maintained and removed when full.
• Maintain high hospital standards by ensuring all areas are clean, presentable and safe for visitors by following the required policies and procedures.
• Use equipment in accordance with the role following all Health Safety guidelines.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• To help with the cost of living crisis, Compass will be providing a free meal or equivalent Subsidy while working
• All team members eligible are entitled to up to 20% discount at their place of work. Team members are able to take advantage of this discount at the following retail brands operated by Compass Group: Costa, Deli Marche, Amigo and Baguette Co, to name a few.
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
• Receive Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

What we'll give:

• £10.9 per hour, 37.5 hours per week

Who you are:

• Passionate about patient care, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and healthcare staff.
• Able to work under pressure, individually and as part of a team with a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business.
• Confident working in a hospital environment and aware at times you will come in contact with patients that are particularly unwell or showing signs of distress.
• It doesn't matter if you've never worked as a Cleaner before. What does matter to us the most, is taking pride in what you do and a willingness to learn and go the extra mile for our patients.
• This position is subject to a Disclosure Barring Service check; costs met by the employer.

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Here are some additional tips that may be specific to applying for a hospital cleaning job:

• Be aware of the specific cleaning requirements of a hospital. Hospitals have strict cleaning standards that must be followed in order to protect patients and staff from infection. Be sure to research these standards and be prepared to discuss them during the interview.
• Be prepared to work with hazardous materials. Hospitals use a variety of hazardous materials, such as cleaning chemicals and biological waste. Be sure to be prepared to work with these materials safely and according to the hospital's procedures.
• Be flexible with your schedule. Hospitals often have 24/7 operations, so be prepared to work different shifts and hours.

By following these tips, you can increase your chances of being successful in your application for a hospital cleaning job.

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