We at Bedrock provide you with the best healthcare service. We are in need of a dedicated and hardworking Laundry Aide that will help and maintain the service.
We are currently looking for a qualified Laundry Aide to join our Healthcare Organisation.
Position: Laundry Aide
Reports To:
The Laundry Aide will report to the Director of Housekeeping.
Job Overview:
The Laundry Aide washes, folds, sorts, stores, processes and transports laundry and linen throughout the facility so that supplies are available to meet resident needs. Laundry services are provided in accord with facility policies and procedures and in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations to enhance resident comfort and enhance the quality of life.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Sorts soiled laundry according to departmental procedures for handling linen and for infection control.
- Loads appropriate amounts of laundry into the washing machine and adds the correct amount of detergent; or understands automatic programs utilized.
- Maintains separation between soiled and clean laundry.
- Cares for residents’ personal laundry according to each individual's personal needs and preferences. Delivers clean laundry to residents’ rooms. Requests resident’s permission before entering the room.
- Follows facility procedures to ensure that personal laundry is always returned, without damage from the laundry process, to the correct owner.
- Operates laundry equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Utilises personal protective equipment according to departmental policies and procedures.
- Follow all safety information and procedures when using chemical compounds. Refers to product labels and Material Safety Data Sheets for information. Keeps all products in original containers. Asks supervisor for assistance if unsure of proper handling techniques.
- Inspects laundry item by item and reports wear and damage to the supervisor.
- Returns clean laundry and linens to units promptly. Stocks linen carts and closets as scheduled. Notifies supervisor of any difficulty in meeting unit needs for laundry. Place laundry carts in the proper position on units.
- Communicates with the supervisor throughout the shift as needed.
- Reports injury of self or others to supervisor immediately.
- Monitors workplace for safety and fire hazards. Corrects or reports potential problems to the supervisor. Reports housekeeping, maintenance, and equipment problems promptly to the Director of Housekeeping & Laundry.
- Maintains workplace in an orderly, clean manner. Stores supplies and equipment in proper places when not in use.
- Assists Director of Housekeeping & Laundry with preparation for state inspection. Attends survey training. Interacts with state surveyors as instructed by the supervisor.
- Attends in-service education programs as assigned. Applies information to job tasks.
- Participates in fire and disaster drills. In the event of an emergency carries out assigned duties to assure resident safety.
Qualifications:
Education/Training/Work Experience: Education: Sufficient to demonstrate functional literacy
Certificate/Licences: None.
Work Experience: None Required.
Freedom from illegal use of drugs, and freedom from use and effects of the use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting, or mistreating individuals in a health care-related setting are ineligible for employment in this position.
Stop your job search and apply today. If you have any questions, please call me at 321-837-9256 and look for Jessamar or send me an email at jmaca@bedrockcare.com
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