What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Housekeeper position at Bath Community Hospital?
Position Title: Environmental Services Housekeeper
Department: Housekeeping
Reports To: Housekeeping Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job type: Full-time
Position Summary
The Environmental Services Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly environment throughout Bath Community Hospital. This position supports Bath Community Hospital’s commitment to service excellence by performing routine and specialized cleaning duties in patient care areas, offices, public spaces, and other assigned areas. The Environmental Services Housekeeper assists in infection prevention efforts, waste disposal, floor care, and linen handling while promoting a positive patient and visitor experience.
Essential Functions
- Clean and sanitize patient rooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, waiting areas, and other assigned areas using approved cleaning solutions and procedures
- Wash walls, doors, windows, vents, fixtures, furniture, and equipment as assigned
- Perform floor care duties including mopping, buffing, vacuuming, spot cleaning, stripping, waxing, and polishing floors
- Operate housekeeping equipment including buffers, scrubbers, vacuums, and other electrical or mechanical cleaning equipment safely and appropriately
- Collect and dispose of regular, hazardous, and infectious waste in accordance with infection control standards and hospital policy
- Collect, transport, and distribute clean and soiled linen as assigned
- Stock cleaning carts and maintain adequate cleaning supplies and equipment
- Clean and maintain housekeeping equipment and report repair needs or safety hazards to leadership
- Assist with moving furniture, equipment, and supplies throughout the facility
- Assist with room setup for meetings, workshops, and special events
- Clean discharge rooms and swing bed rooms according to hospital standards and turnaround expectations
- Follow infection prevention guidelines and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Demonstrate knowledge of environmental and patient safety practices
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines
- Participate in departmental meetings, education, and performance improvement activities
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain positive working relationships with patients, visitors, and staff
- Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational operations
Qualifications
Education
- High School diploma or equivalent (preferred)
Experience
- Previous environmental services or housekeeping experience preferred, preferably in a healthcare setting
Licensure/Certifications
- None required
Competencies
- Knowledge of proper housekeeping techniques and cleaning procedures
- Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and utilize cleaning supplies appropriately
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, and staff
- Ability to work independently and prioritize assigned tasks
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and infection prevention standards
- Ability to adapt to changing departmental and organizational needs
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
- Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, and pulling
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly and more with assistance as needed
- Ability to climb ladders and work in elevated or hard-to-reach areas when necessary
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for cleaning and equipment operation
- Ability to operate cleaning carts and housekeeping equipment safely
Working Conditions
- Work performed primarily indoors with occasional outdoor responsibilities
- Frequent exposure to cleaning chemicals, bodily fluids, infectious materials, and wet or humid conditions
- Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required
- Exposure to mechanical equipment and moving parts
- May require flexible scheduling, weekends, holidays, and additional shifts based on operational needs
Salary : $15 - $18