Housekeeping Aide - Days
$37,440–$43,514 year
On-siteLitchfield, Minnesota, United States or Litchfield, New Hampshire, United States
EXPIREDLitchfield, Minnesota, United States or Litchfield, New Hampshire, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$37,440–$43,514 yearHigh School Or EquivalentSmall
Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentSmall
Job Summary
Conduct routine and terminal cleaning of patient rooms, treatment areas, surgical spaces, and public areas using approved agents to reduce healthcare-associated infections. Fill linen carts, distribute clean linens, and transport carts safely while adhering to isolation protocols and transmission-based precautions. Properly handle, store, and dispose of regulated medical waste, linens, and sharps containers while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. Report unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, or environmental hazards to appropriate departments and maintain assigned cleaning equipment in functional condition. Ensure hallways and exits remain clear and orderly, complying with hospital policies on confidentiality, HIPAA, and emergency preparedness. Interact professionally with patients, visitors, and staff while demonstrating respect and sensitivity to their needs.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- One to three months experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Familiarity with infection prevention and control practices, including isolation precautions and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Knowledge of hospital safety standards, Environment of Care principles, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Skilled at incorporating AIDET into professional practice
- Aseptic technique
- Knowledge of role in patient confidentiality and protecting patient information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure as defined by HIPAA
- Ability to respond quickly and decisively to emergency situations while participating in shelter-in-place and disaster response protocols
- Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams, communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers
- Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary for providing population specific care/assistance
- Ability to lift, move, position and operate equipment, e.g. buffers, floor scrubber, mops, brooms and vacuums
- Manual dexterity, bending, stooping, standing, walking, ladder climbing
- Able to tolerate a variety of chemicals
- Able to complete tasks in a timely manner, with frequent interruptions
- Skilled in data entry with great accuracy
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Paycom and other information systems specific to position
- Ability to thoroughly document clinical services, maintain accurate patient records, and effectively utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems, i.e. Epic
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in a variety of formats
- Apply logical problem-solving and decision-making skills in routine and occasionally complex situations
- Ability to read, interpret, and act upon a variety of documents and information needed to successfully perform the essential functions of the position
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
- Able to communicate routine and occasionally complex ideas clearly in both written and verbal formats, adapting tone, style and messaging for a variety of audiences
- Ability to accurately perform basic mathematical calculations (addition/subtraction/multiplication/division) in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent
- Record and interpret clinical measurements
- Accurately calculate patient data
- Use EMR system and care documentation tools to support treatment
- Understand and adhere to MMHC's compliance standards as outlined in MMHC's Compliance Program
- Attend all mandatory education programs and demonstrate proficiency related to general safety and regulatory compliance
- Attend all department-specific training, and demonstrate proficiency related to safety and job-related hazards
- Understand and follow MMHC procedures for exposure control / blood borne and airborne pathogens
- Comply with all relevant MMHC policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory standards and requirements
- Attire is neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment and according to MMHC policy
- Wear proper identification while on duty
- Maintain confidentiality of all MMHC and patient information at all times
- Report to work on time and maintain defined standards for attendance
- Attend mandatory meetings
- Able to perform essential job duties that meet job performance expectations and organizational standards while upholding MMHC mission and values
- Able to lift and/or move (push/pull) up to 25 pounds
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
- Close vision
- Distance vision
- Color vision
- Peripheral vision
- Depth perception
- Ability to adjust focus
- Ability to meet physical demands of rural hospital/clinic work, including during emergency situations and/or disaster protocols
- Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; needles or sharps; the challenges of variable hours, shifting resources, and work situations inherent in CAH/rural settings
- Hazards and/or Biohazard Medications
- fumes or airborne particles
- toxic or caustic chemicals
- outside weather conditions
- risk of electric shock and radiation
- bloodborne pathogens
- exposed to latex
Desired Qualifications
- Previous environmental services or housekeeping experience in a hospital or long-term care facility, or other healthcare setting
- Experience using hospital-grade cleaning equipment and approved disinfectants
- Understanding proper handling and disposal of regulated medical waste and linens
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a patient care environment
- Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean and safe healthcare environment
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