NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in the country, providing coordinated world-class primary and specialty care with dignity and respect for all New Yorkers, without exception. At Gotham Health, we practice a person-centered caring culture that values delivering compassionate, quality healthcare in partnership with our patients, community organizations, and staff. Gotham Health is focused on high-quality, affordable care to everyone regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. Gotham Health serves the community through a two-pronged approach: providing treatment to those who need it while at the same time emphasizing prevention. We strive to deliver services in a way that maximizes each patient's opportunity to achieve successful health outcomes, we believe in every person's right to participate in their care plans, we facilitate partnerships with other community resources to meet the needs of our patients beyond healthcare, and we celebrate and recognize the compassionate care of our committed staff. Join our team if you want to be part of our Gotham Health Family, a person-centered, fully integrated, and innovative ambulatory care network that enables all New Yorkers to live their healthiest lives.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

PURPOSE OF POSITION
Perform a wide range of heavy housekeeping duties to maintain the facility in an orderly sanitary and aesthetically pleasing condition to ensure a clean, safe, healthy environment for all patients, visitor's ad staff. Responsible for the timely, courteous, and competent services rendered in a safe manner.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Clean patient rooms, operating rooms, clinics, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, bathrooms, locker rooms, air vent ducts, walls, windows, showers, grounds and other work areas so that health standards are met. Maintain assigned area free from dirt, dust and other visible soils.
2. Replenish soap, paper towels and toilet tissue in their proper containers throughout the facilities.
3. Perform general cleaning task such as but not limited to trash, biohazard removal, dusting, wet wiping, glass cleaning, vacuuming, spotting, polishing and mopping.
4. Gather and discard trash and medical waste daily including: emptying trash receptacles and relining with appropriate liners, cleaning waste containers and removing garbage to trash compactors or the appropriate accumulation point.
5. Perform floor care including; sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, or polishing floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines. Clean carpets and rugs by methods such as vacuuming, shampooing, and brushing.
6. Perform terminal cleaning procedures of patient rooms and prepare rooms for new occupant; follow isolation procedures in isolation rooms. Ensure patient rooms are stocked with appropriate items prior to patient's admission
7. Remove soiled linens and place in specified bags or containers.
8. Strict adherence to the standard procedures (such as isolation procedures, emergency spills, and blood borne pathogens) of Environmental Services and Infection Control departments are vital. Practice infection control asepsis techniques and isolation procedures in accordance with department policy and procedures.
9. Immediately report hazardous conditions which can endanger the well -being of patient's Visitors and hospital staff to the appropriate personnel.
10. Comply with federal and state law and accrediting and licensing agencies at all times, to include but not limited to, Joint Commission and federal compliance regulations.
11. Utilize excellent customer service skills at all times.
12. Notify the appropriate health care personnel of patient care requests in a timely manner as appropriate.
13. Use appropriate procedures for mixing and usage of chemicals.
14. Hang and remove drapes and curtains.
15. Remove graffiti with removing solvents. Notify supervisor if paint over is required.
16. Maintain house cleaning supplies and housekeeping cupboard, replenishing supplies from housekeeping storage as required. Keep carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy. assure housekeeping equipment is safe stored at the end of shift.
1 7. Assist in the loading, unloading and storage of supplies. Transport housekeeping
supplies and equipment.
18. Ensure that mechanical and electrical equipment is in safe and proper working order before use; report malfunctioning equipment to the department director.
19. Ensure corporate emails are checked daily; respond promptly and courteously to messages.
20. Consult with superior regarding situations needing specific attention or follow-up.
21. Take immediate action, as appropriate, to reduce and eliminate recognized safety risk and document the incident to department supervisor.
22. Present appropriate appearance in accordance with department policy; observe established dress guidelines.
23. Conform to established time and leave regulations and policies; provide proper notification for absences and tardiness.
24. This facility provides essential services. Employees therefore, must respond promptly and appropriately to all emergencies and/ or directives.
25. Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.

Ability to read and write English and to understand and carry out simple instructions.

CERTIFICATIONCS)/LICENSE{S)
None

EDUCATION LEVEL
High School Diploma or GED preferred.

TOUR
Rotating

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
One year of previous cleaning experience in hospital, hospitality, or industrial preferred.

COMPUTER PROGRAMS/SOFTWARE OPERATED Group-Wise
Internet

Micro-soft Applications
SUPERVISION OF STAFF C#&TypeofS/8/TSupezyised) None

PERSONAL PROIECIIVE EQUIPMENT CPPE
. Disposable Gowns, Booties & Caps
. Eye Protection
. Face Respirators
. Face Shield
. Gloves (work gloves, latex, nitrile, and chemical-specific) . Hearing Protection
. Mask
. Precept Jumpsuits
. Safety Glasses or Goggles
. Squeeze and Tight mask

COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES IS EXPECTED AT ALL TIMES THIS TITLE IS A UNIFORMED POSITION

Inappropriate Attire:

• Wrinkled suits, skirts, dresses and slacks.
• Jeans, sweatpants or jogging suits.
• Torn, ripped or frayed clothing.
• Tight fitting clothing such as spandex; clothing containing overly sheer or revealing materials, mini skirt, leggings or stretch pants.

• Blouses, shirts, sweaters, spaghetti strap or halter type blouses, which do not cover the shoulders, back or stomach while standing or sitting.
• Tee-shirts or shirts with promotions and/or advertisements/slogans, jogging suits or exercise clothing.
• Sneakers.

Please be advised that proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required prior to hire.

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs

VCB #: CUM-03022023-275