Patient Support Assistant

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

90%: GENERAL CLEANING TASKS:
Following Infection Control Policies, the employee maintains a clean, sanitary, safe, and esthetically pleasing environment for patients, staff, and visitors
Cleans occupied patient rooms, and rooms between patients (discharges) following department procedures
Cleans other assigned areas within the Patient Care Units
Disposes of waste (trash, bio hazardous waste, recycling) and soiled linen following departmental procedures
Uses approved cleaning chemicals to maintain the cleanliness of assigned areas
Uses proper body mechanics and body alignment when moving furniture and equipment when perform your duties
Complete the training for Medications and Auxiliary Staff Competency

10%: OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs other related duties as instructed by immediate supervisor. Inspects your own work, reports missing furniture, repairs needed; report fire or safety hazards. Respond to emergencies following established procedures.

REQUIRED
High School diploma or equivalent is required.

PREFERRED
Computer (PC) experience is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess excellent customer service skills.
• Previous hospital, skilled nursing facility, or hotel cleaning experience is required.
• Is able to organize and prioritize work.
• Must possess good verbal and written communications skills.
• Must read, speak, and understand English.
• Basic arithmetic skills are required.