Housekeeping Aide

HOUSEKEEPING AIDE 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Batesville, IN 47006 Job Category : Service Requisition Number : HOUSE001302 Posting Details Posted: July 24, 2025 Full-Time On-site Locations Batesville, IN 47006, USA Job Details Description Location/Department: Hospital - Environmental Services $1,000 Sign-On Bonus!! 75/pp - 2nd shift 3p-11p includes every third weekend Job Summary: Performs assigned tasks to provide a clean, safe, sanitary environment for the staff and those being treated and cared for at MMH properties. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Duties/Responsibilities: Cleans occupied patient rooms by using products that clean & disinfect surfaces according to established procedure & manufacturer spec. Cleans unoccupied patient rooms - in addition to the above, disinfects beds horizontally & vertically. Cleans ECG leads, blood pressure cuffs, IV pole, disinfects commode chairs, high/low dust area. Cleans & disinfects restrooms & fixtures. Cleans nonpatient areas such as offices, corridors, lobbies, meeting rooms, elevators & waiting rooms. Dry & wet mop floors. Spot cleans walls, doors, ceiling, vents, & light fixtures. Keeps trash cans in assigned areas pulled. Takes trash to compactor, properly disposes of red bag waste. Maintains paper towels & toilet tissue in assigned area. Demonstrates that safety ladder is used properly. Changes needle boxes when level is full or as requested. All cleaning bottles are shown to be pre-labeled properly for housekeeping carts. Attends one in-service a year on the use of the trash compactor. Follows universal protection requirements when cleaning. When mopping corridors, wet floor signs are placed every 8 feet. Reports maintenance problems & safety hazards to the manager Drapes & cubicle drapery are mounted properly on tracks to pull freely & removed for cleaning. Cleans interior & exterior windows as assigned. Cleans stairwells in assigned area. Cleans & vacuums furniture in assigned area. Has shown to be effective in maintaining department equipment & storage areas. Has demonstrated the proper handling of biohazard & infectious waste. Performs room checks after discharge cleaning is completed & corrects any finds Assists with use of germinator for isolation rooms & other areas requiring germination Follows checklists & completes work timely. Performs detailed cleaning as scheduled. Required Skills/Abilities: Strong customer service skills Effectively communicates both verbal and written Ability to use basic office equipment Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent No experience required Physical Requirements: Frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, & use of hands May need to lift up to 25 lbs; occasionally up to 50 lbs Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.