Housekeeper / Environmental Services / FT / Varied
UHS
Summary
The Env Svcs Wkr/Housekeeper position is responsible for cleaning duties to maintain a clean and aseptic environment throughout the hospital. The position may be assigned to any one of several positions to include: patient areas cleaner, non-patient areas cleaner, trash technician, special care unit cleaner, and/or other positions as needed. Maintains a professional demeanor in accordance with the service excellence standards while interacting with patients, patient's families, and coworkers.
Job description
Position Summary
The Env Svcs Wkr/Housekeeper position is responsible for cleaning duties to maintain a clean and aseptic environment throughout the hospital. The position may be assigned to any one of several positions to include: patient areas cleaner, non-patient areas cleaner, trash technician, special care unit cleaner, and/or other positions as needed. Maintains a professional demeanor in accordance with the service excellence standards while interacting with patients, patient's families, and coworkers.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Sweeping, mopping, dusting and disinfecting any and all rooms in the hospital.
- Participating in project work that may include wall washing, window washing, cleaning light fixtures, cleaning upholstery, changing cubicle curtains and drapes, cleaning vents, scrubbing restrooms, floor stripping, carpet extracting, etc.
- Perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continual basis, accept supervision from a number of persons, and perform tasks despite frequent interruptions.
- Perform tasks with due consideration to patients, staff and visitors to the vicinity.
- Work within the safety policies and procedures as defined by Medi-Dyn and Northwest Texas Healthcare System's standards.
- Report any unsafe working conditions or hazards to management immediately.
Qualifications
Ability to understand and communicate in English both verbally and in writing. Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions, and to record completed assignments. A high school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous experience not required. Licensure, registration, certification: None.
Physical and Sensory Requirements
Standing/Walking: Continuous. Bending/Stooping: Frequent. Lifting/Handling: Occasional, may be required to lift up to 50 pounds. Carrying: Frequent. Balancing: Occasional. Twisting/Turning: Occasional. Crouching/Stooping: Frequent. Kneeling: Occasional. Reaching: Occasional (greater than shoulder height), Frequent (equal to and less than shoulder height). Handling/Manual Dexterity: Continuous. Speaking/Hearing/Seeing: Continuous.
Requirements
- Ability to understand and communicate in English both verbally and in writing
- Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
- Ability to record completed assignments
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk continuously
- Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks
- Ability to work under close supervision
Benefits
- Retention Bonus Program
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Tuition savings
- Career development opportunities
- Pet Insurance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.