HOUSEKEEPER

Company: Universal Health Services, Inc.
Location: Leesburg
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Responsibilities

North Spring Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. is a multifaceted behavioral healthcare system comprised of three programs to serve children and adolescents with a broad spectrum of psychiatric service needs. Programs of service include an 87-bed, Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services licensed, Joint Commission accredited psychiatric residential treatment facility, a Partial Hospitalization Program, and a 40-bed acute psychiatric hospital. Our strategic plan for the past two years has been centered on improving fidelity to our evidence-based clinical methodology. North Spring is part of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) one of the Nation's largest and most respected healthcare management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 83,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase healthcare properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion. Our Plant Operations Department is welcoming a full time Housekeeper. Key Responsibilities:On a daily basis follows set routines to create and maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors. The Housekeeper shall provide cleaning services in assigned areas to maintain an orderly, aseptic physical environment:

• Clean patient rooms, common lounge areas, nursing stations, service areas and offices according to schedule and established procedures which attend to furniture, floors, light fixtures, vents, glass doors, etc.
• Clean restrooms and patient's rooms using the appropriate germicidal solutions.
• Maintain orderly, clean and stocked custodial closets and cleaning carts, assuring that doors are kept locked from resident access.The Housekeeper shall provide Support Services to maintain environmental systems which assist facility in efficient functioning:
• Pull soiled linen and distribute clean linen to patient care areas ensuring par levels are maintained.
• Empty trashcan and periodically clean when soiled.
• Restock soap and dispensable paper supply dispensers.
• Provides cleaning supplies to units as indicated ensuring proper labeling and storage at all times.
• Ensure efficiency in handling patients discharge, terminal cleaning, and preparing resident room for occupancy.
• Report to supervisor the need for special cleaning or repair furniture.
• Consistently practice within department universal precaution procedures, wearing gloves when handling soiled linen.
• Is familiar with cleaning chemical used; uses protective equipment as indicated.
• Safely operates equipment such as vacuums and utility carts in a safe manner.
• The Housekeeper checks posted schedule and is present for all shifts on time in proper uniform.Location: Beautiful Leesburg, Virginia, 40 miles Northwest of Washington DC. Named one of the best places to live by Money magazine. 45-acre campus in a rural area on the northern edge of Leesburg with a gymnasium, beautiful outdoor campus and high ropes course. Excellent public school system. Compensation package: Competitive salary. Employee benefits available including exemplary health and related insurance after 30 days, 21 days per year Paid Time Off available after 90 days in addition to an Extended Leave Bank for use when sick, opportunity to purchase stock at discounted prices , and a 401(k) Plan with a generous company match. Three meals a day provided at no cost to employees.
  Qualifications
  
  Qualifications: Must be able to perform a variety of duties without constant supervision. Must be reliable with a good working attitude. Aptitude should include verbal ability to express ideas and views effectively. Education: High school education or equivalent is preferred. Must be able to read and write. Experience: Previous residential experience is desirable. Prior supervisory experience is preferred. Knowledge of cleaning techniques and equipment with aptitude for attention to detail. Physical Requirements: Must be able to meet the basic health requirements of hospital without restrictions. Must possess physical stamina to stand the majority of shift and to lift and move equipment and supplies. Physical demands require dexterity, good vision, and ability to walk, stoop, and bend. Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.

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