Housekeeping Aide

Part-Time
Evening Shift
Department
Housekeeping
Shift Details
Evening Shift, Per diem; variable shift and hours
Job ID
wd-JR110149
Posted

Housekeeping Aide

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Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.

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Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.


LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.


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Summary

Maintains environmental and infection control standards and regulatory requirements within the established policies and procedures and performs a variety of general cleaning tasks to maintain patient care and non patient care areas. Follows and maintains union policies and procedures throughout the scope of work.

Job Duties

  • Straightens and picks up trash in restrooms, sinks, showers, toilets, plumbing fixtures, mirrors, and surfaces, and replenishes soap and paper products.
  • Performs terminal cleaning procedures of patient rooms and prepares the room for new occupants and follows isolation procedures in isolation rooms.
  • Vacuums carpets, sweeps and mops floors on a routine basis.
  • Dusts vents and polishes all furniture in common areas and residents’ rooms daily.
  • Cleans and polishes fire extinguishers and ice machines weekly.
  • Coordinates housekeeping services with other departments.
  • Cleans all bathrooms and toilet bowls daily.
  • Presents a neat appearance in appropriate dress as required by position, department, and hospital policy.
  • Moves furniture and other heavy objects as required.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Less than 1 year 1 year of experience working as housing aide
  • Ability to interpret and adhere to union policies and procedures.
  • Ability to adhere to safety procedures and protocols.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to maintain a safe and clean environment at all times.
  • Knowledge of methods of cleaning guest rooms and operation of laundry services.

Physical Demands

Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.


Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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