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Position Title OR Housekeeper Indian Creek Main Position Summary / Career Interest: Under the direction of the Housekeeping Manager, this position is responsible for the general overall cleaning of the hospital including but not limited to entryways, hallways, offices, and turnover of patient rooms. This posting is for a need for 2nd shift employees ; Typically start at 3p.m. but the manager will allow some to come in at 4 p.m. or 5 p.m. if needed. Typical shift is 3pm-11:30pm. Please apply if interested specifically in 2nd shift. We do need someone who has experience cleaning OR Rooms. Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Performs cleaning of all surgical areas, wall cleaning, machine scrubbing of floors and related tasks with particular attention to the specialized needs in the surgical area in accordance with AORN and infection control standards. Cleans, mops, scrubs, dry mops, and vacuums O.R. area. Cleans, washes, and sanitizes the entire Operating Room suite (ceilings, walls, floors and equipment) using proper technique, equipment and chemicals. Cleans, washes, dusts, or polishes hardware, i.e. O.R. tables, overhead lights, overhead tracks, vent exteriors, cabinet exteriors, cart covers and any other related items. Dust mops, damp mops and machine scrubs hard surface floors in the surgical area. Moves equipment and furniture for stripping refinishing of floors and returns furniture to proper arrangement. Operates battery and electric floor care equipment (over 1000 RPM) according to equipment manual instructions. Use floor care cleaning and restoring solutions according to formulas prescribed. Cleans all O.R. related rooms thoroughly by emptying waste cans, high dusting, sanitizing and spot cleaning, floor dusting, bathroom cleaning and floor sanitizing. Collects and removes all trash and ensures that trash bins are kept clean and wiped down. Reports any repairs needed to O.R. supervisory personnel including leaking faucets, toilets, loose tiles, broken blinds, and damaged equipment. Follows all universal precautions, blood borne pathogen procedures and uses personal protective equipment as needed while cleaning patient care areas. Trains and mentors co-workers for EVS responsibilities in the OR on EVS operation needs. Promotes quality improvement, staff and patient safety, and cultural diversity through department operations and by personal performance. Presents a courteous and helpful demeanor, appropriate for age, to all patients, visitors, other employees/medical staff members, or any other person an employee encounters while representing the University of Kansas Health System. Maintains current knowledge related to applicable statutes, regulations, guidelines and standards necessary to perform job duties in accordance with the requirements of the Corporate Compliance Plan. Complies with the requirements of the Code of Conduct, Corporate Compliance Plan and Compliance Policies and Procedures, including training requirements. Participates in compliance activities under the direction of the Department Manager and Corporate Compliance Officer. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. Required Education and Experience High School Graduate or GED. 1 or more years of experience in housekeeping. Successful completion of specialized surgical area cleaning training conducted by a combination of operating room, environmental services, and infection prevention trainers. Preferred Education and Experience 4 or more years of experience in housekeeping. Time Type: Job Requisition ID: R-18283 Important information for you to know as you apply: The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion . The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu . Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.

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