Laundry Worker - Monte Vista Healthcare Center
Duarte, CA 91010
About the Job
POSITION SUMMARY
The purpose of your job position is to perform the day-to-day activities of maintaining a clean and sanitary environment and providing an adequate supply of linens to meet the residents needs in accordance with current federal, state and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by the housekeeping department and/or the Administrator.
The Laundry Worker will treat each resident with kindness, dignity and respect. They will knock before entering a resident’s room. They will honor the residents personal and property rights. They will work cooperatively with all departments and multidisciplinary teams. They will be committed to always doing the right thing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensuring all laundry schedules are followed
- Collecting and sorting laundry in appropriate containers for washing
- Washing, folding, counting, stacking, hanging and stocking laundry, linen, garments, etc.
- Coordinating laundry services with the nursing department
- Wearing or using safety equipment and supplies (back brace, mechanical lift, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects
- Keeping work area free of hazardous objects or unnecessary equipment
- Cleaning floors, dusting walls, other housekeeping as assigned
- Reporting all accidents/incidents to the supervisor immediately
- Following proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, or solutions
- Following established guidelines governing the use of labels and MSDSs
- Following established handwashing procedures
- Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including fire safety
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
REQUIREMENTS
Education / Licensure
High school diploma or GED preferred
Qualifications / Experience
Minimum 6 months experience in healthcare setting preferred
Must be able to understand English language
Must be to follow directions
Working Conditions
May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants
May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses
May be working in a warm environment