Custodial Worker I

Criteria Based Job Description

Job Title: Custodial Worker I

Reports to: Supervisor Housekeeping

Job Code: 1770

Approved by: Director Housekeeping

Department: Regions Hospital Housekeeping

Approval Date: January 2018

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Experience:

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, and follow directions and/or oral instructions in English

• Ability to work in a fast paced customer focused environment

• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, visitors, and patients.

• Ability to multitask and also be flexible with changing demand of service

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience:

Custodial experience desired, preferably hospital related

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT:

In this position, tasks will be completed using the Best Care Best Experience approach which is foundational in all we do. Provides a clean and safe environment for patients to receive care and staff to provide care. Cleans and services all areas of the hospital according to established procedures. Moves supplies throughout the hospital. Will also move light equipment or furniture occasionally per department set up request. Will perform a variety of environmental services and cleaning duties to help maintain the hospital in a clean and sanitary condition. Performs other duties as assigned.

MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND TASKS:

Percentage

Of Time:

1.

Functions as a housekeeper in the Housekeeping department

100%

1. Empties solid and recycling waste on a daily basis

2. Strips and removes soiled linen on a daily basis.

3. Replenishes supplies, i.e. soap, paper towels, etc.

4. High dusts/damp wipes/sanitizes surfaces.

5. Disinfects all hard surfaces with a focus on the most frequently touched surfaces.

6. Maintains all carpeted and hard floor surfaces.

7. Follows instructions of director, manager, supervisor or lead.

2.

Responsibly uses equipment and supplies

100%

1. Consistently uses hospital approved disinfectant and follows proper dilution recommended.

2. Properly uses all other cleaning chemicals.

3. Handles equipment in a safe manner to reduce damage to equipment and injury to self.

4. Moves equipment out of traffic areas when not in use.

3.

Follows all written and oral instructions on cleaning procedures.

100%

1. Consistently uses the proper Personal Protective Equipment required for the job at all times.

2. Follows all universal and isolation precautions, including all written or verbal instructions.

3. Follows all infection control guidelines and policies.

4. Uses recommended hand washing guidelines.

4.

Follows all hospital safety policies.

100%

1. Uses wet floor signs when mopping floors.

2. Does not use equipment that may be defective and reports all equipment in need of repair.

3. Uses ladders when areas needed to be accessed are out of reach.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

Values

All team members are expected to demonstrate our values: 

Excellence:  We strive for the best results and always look for ways to improve.

Compassion:  We care and show empathy and respect for each person.

Partnership:  We are strongest when we work together and with those we serve.

Integrity:  We are open and honest, and we keep our commitments.

We are committed to living our values. That means our patients and families can expect certain things from each of us:

They can expect us to be their partner and treat them with dignity and respect. They can expect us to listen carefully and give good, timely information. They can expect us to do our best to provide affordable, coordinated, high quality care and services that are easy to find and simple to use