Company Description
THE MEDICAL HEART OF MARYLAND
Treating over 330,000 patients every year, the University of Maryland Medical Center is at the vital core of Maryland's health care system and community. We're known for our prestigious expertise in innovative research and education, along with the talented staff and advanced centers that make it all possible. The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, the world's first center dedicated to trauma, treats more than 7,500 critically injured patients a year with an incredible 97 percent survival rate. We also have one of the nation's largest kidney and pancreas transplant programs at The Joseph and Corinne Schwartz Division of Transplantation, home to Maryland's first steroid-free protocol and pancreas/kidney transplant. From our National Cancer Institute-designated UM Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center to The University of Maryland's Children's Hospital, one of the largest pediatric centers in the state, we are dedicated to saving and transforming lives.
Job Description
Under regular supervision performs cleaning and other environmental services for all internal areas of system facilities including Patient Rooms, Nursing Units, Offices, Clinical Areas, Waiting Area, Lobbies, Lounges, Restrooms, Corridors, Elevators, Stairwells and building exterior surfaces to ensure a clean, neat and sanitary environment, according to established performance standards. Performs routine administrative tasks and leads the work of Environmental Services Aide Is in the absence of the Supervisor.
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
1. Monitor house phone, oversee sign-in sheet, answer calls and receive and promptly dispatch information to clients and staff.
2. Leads other Aides in the absence of the Supervisor.
3. Replenishes or replaces expendable supplies, such as soap, toilet tissue, and paper towels in a timely manner.
4. Empties trash containers in assigned areas, replaces liners and cleans the exterior of trash containers with damp cloth.
5. Transports trash and hazardous waste to appropriate disposal area.
6. Observes safety precautions and established safety procedures for performing work and using equipment and cleaning supplies. Reports safety hazards according to policies and procedures, and to Supervisor or designee.
7. Notes any required repairs (painting, plumbing, carpentry, or electrical) and reports needed repairs to Supervisor or designee.
8. Cleans patient rooms, lobbies, hallways, offices, work ares and other internal or external areas of the facility o include:
a. Cleans and sanitizes restrooms with emphasis on sink, mirrors, urinals, bright work, tubs, shower stalls, fixtures, door partitions, walls, floors, vanities, shower curtains, light fixtures, dispensers, and trash cans.
b. Cleans light fixtures, walls, cabinets, cabinet glass, convector units, trash receptacles (inside and outside), furniture, polish furniture, blinds, telephones, refrigerator (outside), doors & frames, lamps, counter tops (labs also), vase, blinds, stainless steel surfaces, ledges, sills, partitions, water fountains, and desk floor pads. Removes fingerprint smudges, dusting (high/low) including sprinklers, light fixtures, ceiling vents, ceiling lights and door vents; removes dirt from wall surfaces with a germicidal solution, or other chemical agents. Damp wipes with germicidal solution, horizontal surfaces including bedside stands, window sills, over bed tables, dressers, chairs, convector units, ottomans, desks, telephones, bookcases, tables, credenzas, file cabinets, ledges, etc.
c. Sweeps and vacuums floor and carpet surfaces. Damp or wet mops floor surfaces with germicidal solutions.
d. Shampoos carpets and upholstery; vacuums elevator tracks (inside and outside), disposes of trash (inside and outside);
e. Sweeps sidewalks and entrances; removes snow and ice from entrances; cleans stools using ladders hand trucks and dollies.
f. Operates mechanical equipment such as buffers (high and low speed), automatic scrubbers, pressure washers, vacuums cleaners, shampooer, extractor, burnisher and steam machine, baseboard machine and restroom cleaning machine. Uses equipment properly and maintains assigned equipment in good safe working order.
g. Cleans grounds and other areas and empties trash containers outside of buildings as directed.
9. Attends annual and periodic mandatory Compliance Program training including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy training.
10. Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
Two (2) years of prior hospital housekeeping. Lead/supervisory experience preferred.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
