Housekeeper maintains the administrative area, breakroom, dressing rooms, and the pre / post departments. Assesses the perioperative environment frequently for cleanliness. Takes actions to implement cleaning and disinfection procedures when needed in collaboration with other surgical and environmental services personnel. Changes reusable string and microfiber mops and cleaning cloths are after each use. Takes measures to prevent vermin infestation of the environment (eg, not leaving food out in lounges, keeping doors and windows closed). leans procedure rooms after each surgical or invasive procedure and ensures that properly prepared, facility-approved disinfectants are used. Ensures that contaminated laundry is disposed of appropriately after the procedure is completed. Handles contaminated disposable and reusable items safely and according to facility policies and state and federal regulations. Identifies noninfectious disposable items and ensures that they are disposed of in appropriate receptacles. Adheres to bloodborne pathogen standards and standard precautions to include the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (eg, gloves, masks, eye protection, face shields) when cleaning the room and equipment and when handling any potentially infectious materials (eg, disposing of liquid waste). Performs hand hygiene when gloves are removed and as soon as possible when hands are soiled. Demonstrates appropriate cleaning and disinfection methods when caring for patients infected or colonized with drug-resistant pathogens (eg, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, vancomycin-resistant enterococci, Mycobacterium tuberculosis) or gram-negative bacteria.
Demonstrates the containment, cleaning, disinfection, and surveillance processes that are necessary during construction, repair, renovation, or demolition.
Required Skills
USPI’s mission is to provide first–class surgical services for the local community in a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment; one in which we would be happy to treat our own families.
Demonstrates ability to work as a team member and to communicate directly and professionally. Is flexible, reliable, productive, patient-oriented, and self-motivated. Portrays the facility in a positive light to others. Avoids being involved in gossip spreading or conversations that promote discord of staff members. Maintains professional conduct and appearance.
Physical Demands: Shall be physically able to stand, walk, and maintain varied body motions and positions for long periods of time. Demonstrates manual dexterity. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee shall be able to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Shall be able to hear and speak. Shall be able to move up to 100 pounds
Required Experience
USPI’s mission is to provide first–class surgical services for the local community in a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment; one in which we would be happy to treat our own families.
Demonstrates ability to work as a team member and to communicate directly and professionally. Is flexible, reliable, productive, patient-oriented, and self-motivated. Portrays the facility in a positive light to others. Avoids being involved in gossip spreading or conversations that promote discord of staff members. Maintains professional conduct and appearance.
Physical Demands: Shall be physically able to stand, walk, and maintain varied body motions and positions for long periods of time. Demonstrates manual dexterity. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee shall be able to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Shall be able to hear and speak. Shall be able to move up to 100 pounds