HOUSEKEEPER/TRANSPORTER

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

• JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Education
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      Must have the ability to read, write, take verbal instruction and perform basic arithmetic.
  • Experience
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      Previous experience helpful. An inexperienced worker will need three to five days of instructions and at least 30 days on-the-job training under the direction of the Assistant Director to perform satisfactorily.
  • Physical
    • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
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      Normal hospital environment. Normal/corrected eyesight. Close eye work. Hearing within normal range. Oral communication. Frequent exposure to dust and fumes. Exposure to chemical, electrical and mechanical hazards, blood and body fluids. Continuous walking and standing. . Frequent bending, stooping. Lifting up to 100lbs, carrying up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling up to 250 lbs via a piece of equipment.
• JOB SUMMARY
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    Principal duties involve cleaning and disinfecting all areas including: patient rooms, utility rooms, ancillary areas, public areas, restrooms and offices; trash removal and proper disposal of infectious and non-infections waste; daily floor care maintenance including: dust and wet mopping, vacuuming; wall washing; high and low dusting; furniture, blind and window cleaning. Responsible for transporting patients to and from their room to various departments for testing and procedures. Performs a wide range of duties including: coordinating physical bed placement, gathering and cleaning equipment daily, maintaining equipment upkeep with the assistance of bio-med and keeping hallways free and clear of equipment clutter. Helps to prepare the department for procedures, responsible for maintaining, evaluating, and general repair of the department equipment. Must communicate effectively with nursing staff, physicians, department managers. The transporter equipment tech promotes good public relations for the units, nursing division, and medical center organization. Performs various duties and assists in the care of the patient as assigned by the Director or Manager.