Housekeeping Assistant Specialist

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Northwestern Medicine Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Housekeeping Assistant Specialist to join our team at Northwestern Medicine. As a key member of our Environmental Services department, you will play a critical role in maintaining a clean and safe environment for our patients, visitors, and staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform general and heavy cleaning duties in operating rooms, public areas, offices, patient rooms, and other areas as assigned.
  • Assist in the orientation of new departmental personnel and ensure a smooth transition.
  • Operate electrical and battery-operated machines for scrubbing, shampooing, and burnishing.
  • Move furniture and equipment as directed and assist in freight moving.
  • Wash walls, blinds, lights, and similar surface areas, and hang drapes.
  • Maintain and clean equipment, and return it to assigned locations.
  • Perform all heavy-duty mopping and cleaning.
  • Clean and polish floors using electric scrubbing machines, wet vacuums, and buffers.
  • Apply floor finishes as directed.
  • Empty trash chutes and clean waste containers.
  • Advise supervisors of unsanitary, unsafe, or unsatisfactory conditions and defective or damaged fixtures, furniture, or equipment.
  • Collect trash and debris in rooms, halls, and stairways.
  • Remove and compact general waste and recycling materials.
  • Properly dispose of biohazardous waste.
  • Move heavy furniture and equipment.
  • Clean rolling stock furniture, hospital equipment, and related items.
  • Strip, refinish, and/or shampoo all types of floor surfaces and coverings.
  • Transport hospital property from area to area or building to building.
Requirements
  • One to two years of experience in a related field.
  • Ability to understand oral instructions.
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent (preferred).
Working Conditions

This position requires working in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential. The successful candidate will be required to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. AA/EOE.



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