Housekeeping Aide job - Inland Hospital - Waterville, ME

PHYSICAL CRITERIA/EFFORT

Exposure to foul smells, hazardous chemicals and other toxic substances. Constant exposure to dust, water, and occupied patient care areas.

SAFETY

1. Maintain a safe environment which includes knowing and understanding hospital and departmental policies and procedures.

2. Report and directly address identified environmental hazards when appropriate.

3. Report and directly address violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed.

OCCUPATIONAL RISKS

Subject to injury from moving parts of equipment and falls due to slippery floors. Improper body mechanics could result in personal injury. Failure to follow proper safety precautions in the use of chemicals could result in spread of infections to other areas of the hospital.

PROBABILITY AND CONSEQUENCES OF ERRORS

Failure to clean area of responsibility properly could result in spread of infections to other areas of the hospital

NUMBERS SUPERVISED

This is a non-supervisory position

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JOB

Willingness to work in a hospital environment. Subject to the physical environment elements of the job.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must have a basic written and oral knowledge of the English language.

EXPERIENCE

Housekeeping experience helpful, however, on the job training is available

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.