SERVICE ASSOCIATE - FULL TIME DAY (MINIMUM STARTING RATE $12/HR)

Company: St. Luke's Hospital
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: January 13, 2022

Job Description:

Performs the daily, routine cleaning duties in a designated area according to the performance standards set. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission and values.Principle Accountabilities: % of Time Spent1. Performs routine cleaning of assigned patient rooms, baths, laboratories, offices, rest rooms, locker rooms or other areas using standard cleaning supplies and disinfectants to the high standards of cleanliness and disinfecting as directed. Measured by: Supervisory observation, as reported by others and documented discrepancies. (40%)2. Dusts and wet mops floors and vacuums carpets; dusts and cleans furniture, fixtures, horizontal surfaces, vents, etc. Sanitizes and/or polishes mirrors, glass partitions, doors and similar interior glass surfaces; scours or polishes drinking fountains, bathtubs, showers, sinks or other porcelain surfaces; empties, sanitizes and re-lines wastebaskets. Replenishes bathroom and rest room supplies of paper towels, toilet tissue and soap; reports maintenance needs and safety hazards to Housekeeping Supervisor per established department procedures. Measured by: Supervisory observation, as reported by others and documented discrepancies. (30%)3. Upon patient discharge, strips beds, washes/sanitizes everything that came into contact with the patient. Sanitizes patient care equipment (i.e.- IV poles, bedside commodes, walkers, etc) before placing them in storage. Disposes of disposable utensils used by patient (i.e.- bed pans, urinals, water pitchers, wash basins, etc). Reports any patient's belongings left behind to nursing for prompt removal. Washes and cleans discharged patient unit, including bed, chest, table, locker and drawers. Makes bed and replenishes patient supplies, following established department and hospital procedures. Measured by: Supervisory observation, as reported by others and documented discrepancies. (10%)4. Performs assigned project work including but not limited to general cleaning of chairs, waste baskets, kick plates, convectors, bathroom walls, doors and door frames, lower windows and tracks, casters on movable furniture and wheelchairs/stretchers as requested. Measured by: Supervisory observation, as reported by others and documented discrepancies. (10%)5. Cleans and performs nominal maintenance on upright vacuum (i.e.- change bag, check for blockage), work carts and equipment; following department policy and procedure, removes unsafe equipment form service. Meets safety and cleanliness guidelines 100% of the time. Measured by: Supervisory observation, as reported by others and documented discrepancies. (5%)6. Performs other work duties as assigned. (5%)Total 100%No formal education required.Some knowledge of institutional cleaning preferred, but not required After brief training, ability to demonstrate correct use of work-related chemicals, supplies, tools and equipment The assessment, care and treatment of patients is not required in this position. However, this position needs to be courteous with patients of all ages and respectful of the patient's privacy and guard confidential patient information.Employee is required to work any shift due to 24 hours per day and 7 days per week operation. Employee is standing, walking, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, walking and reaching 85% of the time. Average vision is necessary to see and clean dirt. Must be able to smell odors. For repetitive action (like wringing a cleaning rag), employee is required to us both hands for simple grasping and twisting 10% of the time. Employee must frequently lift up to 30 lbs and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs from floor to waist height. Employee is occasionally exposed to slippery floors, electrical hazards, chemical odors and noise levels to 65 decibels. The most significant of duties are included but this does not exclude occasional work assignments not mentioned or development duties. Job Relationships: Takes directions from: Department Director, Assistant Director, Assistant Supervisor, and Department Operations Manager Supervised by: Assistant SupervisorMISSION Faithful to our Episcopal-Presbyterian heritage and its ministry of healing, St. Lukes is dedicated to improving the health of the communities we serve.Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence and respect for each other and those we serve.VISIONAs an independent healthcare network, we create healthy communities in the region through our commitment to high quality, safe and personalized services.CORE VALUESHuman DignityWe accept and treat all persons as being created in the image of God.CompassionWe respond with caring to the needs of others as if they were members of our family.JusticeWe honor each persons rights and responsibilities in light of the common good.ExcellenceWe set and strive to attain high standards of performance and continuous improvement.StewardshipWe use our talents and resources wisely, with honesty and integrity.FACES - Friendly - Available - Caring - Efficient - Safe Communication Standards: Promotes and provides courteous and effective communication with internal and external customers.

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