Housekeeper I
UnityPoint Health
Summary
Join our team as a Housekeeper and play an important role in keeping our hospital clean, safe, and ready for exceptional care. In this hands-on position, you'll perform scheduled cleaning and respond quickly to unexpected spills, helping ensure a healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You'll follow important infection control and safety standards, complete required training, and contribute to a culture of professionalism and care.
Job description
Overview
Join our team as a Housekeeper and play an important role in keeping our hospital clean, safe, and ready for exceptional care. In this hands-on position, you'll perform scheduled cleaning and respond quickly to unexpected spills, helping ensure a healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You'll follow important infection control and safety standards, complete required training, and contribute to a culture of professionalism and care.
Responsibilities
- Perform cleaning functions in assigned hospital areas, following established schedules and prescribed methods to maintain a hygienic environment.
- Assist in cleaning emergency spills promptly, responding to urgent requests to ensure safety and cleanliness.
- Maintain assigned cleaning equipment, ensuring it is clean and functional, and report repair needs promptly.
- Observe and report maintenance needs for equipment, furniture, building, and fixtures to ensure a safe and operational environment.
- Collect and dispose of waste, including hazardous materials, in accordance with hospital protocols to maintain cleanliness standards.
Qualifications
Experience: Any relevant experience in a housekeeping related position is preferred.
Requirements
- Relevant experience in a housekeeping related position is preferred
- Ability to follow infection control protocols and safety standards
- Attention to detail
- Professionalism
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Recognition Program
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Daily Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
Company overview
UnityPoint Health is a leading integrated non-profit health system serving communities across Iowa, western Illinois, and southern Wisconsin. As the nation's 13th largest nonprofit health system and fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health operates a comprehensive network of 18 regional hospitals, 17 community network hospitals, and over 400 clinics and healthcare facilities. The organization provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical procedures, maternity care, cancer treatment, heart care, and home health services. Each year, UnityPoint Health serves nearly 8 million patient visits, performs approximately 100,000 surgeries, and delivers more than 20,000 babies. With more than 29,000 team members, the health system is recognized for its coordinated care approach, shared electronic medical record system, and commitment to making healthcare easier and more personal for patients. UnityPoint Health has been consistently recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for four consecutive years, reflecting its strong organizational culture and commitment to team member development.