Environmental Services/Housekeeping Aide (FT, 32 hours)

TITLE: Environmental Services/Housekeeping Aide

DEPARTMENT: Environmental Services

STATUS: Full time (32 hours/week)

HOURS: Variable shift schedules to meet department staffing needs. Low Census may be required in response to workload demand.

ROLE/POSITION DEFINITION:

Performs cleaning functions in health care practice locations. Maintains these locations in a clean and orderly fashion to provide an environment in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Performs all assigned tasks effectively, in a responsible team environment. Performs routine cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, patient exam rooms, restrooms, lobbies, hallways, stairways, office areas and other clinical/non-clinical areas. Collects trash from receptacles and disposes into designated areas. Utilizes appropriate chemicals and supplies according to manufacturer directions and department/hospital policy and procedure. Use and maintain department equipment properly. Maintains patient confidentiality. Follows all Infection Control practices, including bio-hazard waste handling, hand washing techniques, and standard or isolation precautions. Maintains a high-quality standard while performing job duties.

QUALIFICATIONS/POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

A. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

1. High School graduate or equivalent, preferred
2. One-year previous housekeeping/environmental services experience in a health care setting, preferred
3. Knowledge of infection control, standard precautions and sanitation methods, preferred
4. Ability to work individually and in a team setting
5. Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel between healthcare practice locations
6. Self-directed and has ability to prioritize
7. Ability to read, write and speak the English language
8. Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods
9. Excellent customer service skills

B. PERSONAL SKILLS

1. Ability to establish effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, patients, families, providers and other support personnel.
2. Supports and contributes to the total hospital system by maintaining hospital-wide perspective and serving on department/hospital committees as requested.
3. Ability to influence the direction of Environmental Services by maintaining a positive perspective and attitude.
4. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a stressful situation while maintaining composure and excellence in the delivery of services.
5. Ability to promote and adapt to change, in order to keep current with Environmental Services.
6. Ability to apply the principles of excellence and quality services in the Environmental Services department.
7. Evidence of a sense of responsibility, initiative, honesty, and positive attitude.
8. Knowledge and ability to understand and demonstrate housekeeping principles related to providing a sanitary environment.
9. Knowledge and ability to learn the safe use of equipment and chemicals used in the department.

Send Resumes/Applications to: Carrie Krampits – Director of Human Resources
Date of Posting: July 10, 2025

Internal Applicants due: two days from posting date.
External Applicants due: seven days from posting date

Application for Employment

Applications and resumes are accepted at any time. Please fill out our application for employment form online or download the application.

Submit by Mail:

McKenzie Health System

120 Delaware Street, Sandusky, MI 48471

Submit by Fax: 810-648-0585

Submit by Email: ckrampits@mckenziehealth.org