General Service Associate- 40Hrs, Even and Rotating Weekends

Position: General Service Associate

Department: Environmental Services

Schedule: 40 hours, Eve, and Rotating Weekends

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs a range of housekeeping and environmental duties to maintain a clean and sanitized environment throughout the hospital. The General Services Associate (GSA) maintains daily cleanup of assigned areas. In addition to duties performed by a general cleaner, the GSA may also use industrial vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, buffers and/or additional hospital approved equipment to maintain the facility up to the highest standards in quality care.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs project work including, but not limited to, floor refinishing, carpet extraction, etc.
• Maintains stock of all housekeeping supplies in assigned areas and maintains housekeeping closets and equipment.
• Prepares patient rooms for occupancy upon discharge or transfer.
• Performs daily floor care maintenance.
• Collects and disposes of trash and waste as needed.
• Move furniture, boxes, etc. in order to clean.
• Installs, cleans, maintains and repairs all designated housekeeping equipment. Installs patient cubicle curtains.
• Performs all functions of the General Cleaner.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Work requires the ability to read, follow oral and written instructions in English at a level acquired through the completion of elementary school
• Ability to learn and perform basic housekeeping practices and understands the policies and procedures of the hospital.
• Experience in floor care, carpet care preferred
• HS Diploma or completion of GED preferred

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, professional development, and growth
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasingat the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

Our Environmental Service Department supports Boston Medical Center's mission by providing support with daily disinfection, maintaining cleanliness in our public areas and keeping our floors shiny and creating a clean and pleasant atmosphere. Our staff connects with patients, visitors, and clinical staff every day to ensure a high quality services. Patient Safety has always been at the forefront of our operation, all while creating a welcoming environment for everyone.

is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail toor call617-638-8582to let us know the nature of your request.

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