Job Summary:
Perform various housekeeping functions, cleaning, sanitation, and other housekeeping functions observing high-sanitation and safety standards in accordance with hospital policies and procedures as well as State and Federal laws.
Essential Values-Based, Leadership and Management Competencies:
Demonstrates competencies in line with the five core values that are the foundation of all activities performed by employees in order to achieve the Mission of Artesia General Hospital
- Servant Leadership – Supporting both patients and colleagues with humility and purpose.
- Excellence – Maintaining the highest standards in diagnostic quality, supervision, and staff development.
- Respect – Cultivating a professional and inclusive environment for patients and staff.
- Virtuousness – Acting with integrity, honesty, and responsibility in clinical practice.
- Innovation – Advancing imaging protocols and adopting evidence-based practices.
- Community – Championing health and wellness across our region.
- Education – Leading training, mentoring, and professional development for staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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- Perform cleaning procedures of patient rooms and common areas throughout the Hospital.
- Maintain adequate linen supply for all departments.
- Remove waste and soiled linens using proper disposal procedures.
- Operate housekeeping mechanical equipment.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
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- As assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:
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- Ability to read, write, and speak English preferred.
AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES:
Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.
ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.
Qualifications
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education – High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Work Experience – Prior cleaning experience in a health care or institutional setting preferred.
- Training –
- License/Certification –
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Prior cleaning experience in a health care or institutional setting preferred
What We Do
Artesia General Hospital is a nonprofit general medical and surgical facility providing advanced, compassionate healthcare services including primary care, emergency care, surgery, orthopedics, and behavioral health to communities in Artesia, Carlsbad, and Roswell, NM.
