County of Riverside

Compensation

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The County of Riverside University Health System is currently recruiting for the positions of a Housekeeper to support the Environmental Services division at the Medical Center in Moreno Valley. The most competitive candidate will have the ability to wash and make beds on all discharges and transfers. Aptitude to observe all safety and security precautions in a hospital. Ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Capability to safely lift trash, linen, and hazardous waste. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, personnel, and the general public. Ability to work with frequent interruptions. Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information. Under general supervision, uses aseptic techniques to maintain offices, hospital patient units, hospital living quarters, and other assigned areas in the Riverside University Health System (RUHS)-Medical Center, RUHS-Public Health clinics, and the Psychiatric In-patient facility or other facilities as directed; and performs other related duties as required. The Housekeeper is an entry-level classification and reports to a supervisory or manager level position. This class is distinguished from the class of Custodian in that the former class performs aseptic cleaning of hospital/healthcare facilities and is responsible for the safe removal of hazardous and contaminated materials. Work Schedule and/or Shift Times: (Will be discussed during the interview and are subject to change upon department needs.) Schedule: 5/40 rotating schedule, every other weekend off. Meet the Team! Every day at Riverside University Health System Medical Center, a dedicated team of healthcare professionals and support staff come together to improve lives across Riverside County. Our nationally recognized programs and specialized services thrive because of the diverse talents and commitment of our team members. No matter your background or skill set, you’ll discover meaningful opportunities and a strong sense of purpose here. To learn more about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.org • Using aseptic techniques, clean, sweep, wash, and mop floors, walls, beds, furniture, and appliances in offices, restrooms, wards, living quarters, and other hospital/healthcare areas. • Strip, seal, wax, and polish floors; vacuum and shampoo rugs; clean and disinfect operating rooms. • Remove contaminated materials from rooms and deposit in the prescribed containers for safe disposal; empty and clean waste receptacles, kick buckets, and ashtrays; replenish sanitary supplies; make and change beds. • Mix disinfectant solutions; move furniture from one area to another; change curtains and drapes; may drive light truck to collect and dispose of trash. Education: None required. Experience: None required. Ability to: Read and write English at a level required for successful job performance; learn the methods of cleaning and caring for hospital facilities; understand and follow oral and written directions; work cooperatively with others. What’s Next? This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of The Riverside University Health System may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received. The candidate pool generated from this posting may be used to fill other positions not specifically listed on this posting, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Application Period BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE. Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted. General Information Questions regarding this recruitment? Please contact Xochitl Sanchez via email at xsanchez@rivco.org.