What are the responsibilities and job description for the HOUSEKEEPING PERSONNEL position at PMG OPCO - WASHINGTON LLC?
Job Summary
Responsible for cleaning and maintaining resident rooms, common areas, and facility spaces to meet health, safety, and sanitation standards—especially important in healthcare settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Clean and sanitize resident rooms (beds, furniture, bathrooms, floors)
- Disinfect high-touch surfaces (doorknobs, handrails, light switches)
- Empty trash and dispose of waste properly, including medical waste (following protocols)
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish floors
- Replenish supplies (toilet paper, soap, paper towels, etc.)
- Clean common areas like dining rooms, hallways, lounges, and offices
- Follow infection control procedures to prevent spread of illness
- Handle laundry duties (washing, drying, folding linens and clothing) if required
- Report maintenance or safety issues (leaks, broken equipment, hazards)
- Interact respectfully with elderly residents and maintain privacy and dignity
- Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques and products
- Ability to follow safety and sanitation guidelines
- Physical stamina (standing, bending, lifting, pushing carts)
- Attention to detail
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Compassion and patience when working around elderly or ill residents