Hosptial Linen
Attendant
Overview:
This position is responsible for conducting linen inventories and restocking linen supplies to recommended par levels. Attendants assist hospital personnel with refreshing the linen carts and closets and are responsible for collecting soiled linens for transportation back to the laundry.
Job Description
Must agree to have a background check performed and meet guidelines to be eligible for hire.
Must be able to pass pre-employment drug testing to be eligible for hire.
Minimum Requirements:
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Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds on a continuous basis.
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Must be able to push/pull linen bins weighing up to 700 lbs.
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Must be able to repetitively grasp, push, pull, bend, stretch, and stoop.
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Must be able to stand/walk 100% of the scheduled workday.
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Must be able to follow instructions and to interact appropriately with coworkers, hospital personnel, patients, visitors, and management.
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Must be able to demonstrate the ability to count accurately and do simple math.
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Must be very dependable and punctual.
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Must be able to workdays, evenings, weekends, and overtime where necessary by the demands of the business.
Primary Job Duties:
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Maintains linens stored in assigned units in a neat and orderly fashion.
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Counts inventory in assigned units and restocks linens to par level according to the schedule.
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Collects all soiled linens from assigned units, utility closets, chute rooms, etc.
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Performs all duties in compliance with Joint Commission and Infection Control protocol.
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Responds to pager and phone calls from units; resolves customer issues in a timely manner.
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Documents pages and phone calls in the linen room Phone Log.
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Always represents SHS and the hospital in a professional and courteous manner.
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Assists SHS driver with linen delivery and all other duties as may be assigned by management.
*The description listed above are general in nature and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and/or responsibilities.