What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Housekeeper position at Baptist Memorial Health Care?
Overview
Job Summary
Maintains patient and non-patient care areas, within the hospital, and keeps them in a safe and attractive condition. Actively participates in department quality/performance improvement activities and demonstrates appropriate policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities
Minimum Required
Knowledge, skills and mental development equivalent to completion of 4 years of high school, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Functional Demands
Heavy; Very high energy level; Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.
Job Summary
Maintains patient and non-patient care areas, within the hospital, and keeps them in a safe and attractive condition. Actively participates in department quality/performance improvement activities and demonstrates appropriate policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities
- Cleans and disinfects areas by completing 7 step cleaning process.
- Practices infection control guidelines by adhering to universal precautions and practices safety precautions completing work assignments.
- Maintains equipment, storage rooms and environmental closets in orderly fashion.
- Performs all floor maintenance tasks in accordance with departmental policy and procedures.
- Follows Service First principles.
- Fulfills Hospital required competencies.
- Adheres to hospital and departmental policy and procedures.
- Completes assigned goals.
Minimum Required
Knowledge, skills and mental development equivalent to completion of 4 years of high school, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Functional Demands
Heavy; Very high energy level; Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.