What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper (Full Time) position at UnityPoint Health?
The Housekeeper I NE is responsible for helping to maintain a clean and hygienic environment by performing scheduled cleaning and responding to emergency spills. The role complies with Medicare, Medicaid, and infection control standards, completes required training, and adheres to vaccination protocols. The role helps to promote services through professional customer interactions, enhancing patient safety and hospital operations at UPH.
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
- Operate floor maintenance equipment and perform cleaning, stripping, waxing, buffing, and refinishing of hard and carpeted surfaces
- Clean and prepare patient rooms, move furniture and equipment, and maintain cleaning tools and records
- Transport waste safely and support hospital cleaning standards and quality audits
- Participate in emergency response and fire drills, report facility repair needs, and assist with miscellaneous EVS tasks
- Complete annual training on floor care, equipment use, and safety compliance
Education:
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent degree required
Experience:
- Two years of carpet cleaning, floor refinishing and general housekeeping preferred.
License(s)/Certification(s):
- None