Housekeeping Worker - HJD - Full-time / Part-time

The Hospital for Joint Diseases (HJD) at NYU Langone Medical Center is one of the nation's leading orthopaedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopaedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopaedic program in New York City. HJD is consistently ranked among the leading orthopaedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient's ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopaedic Surgery Rheumatology Neurology Radiology.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Housekeeping Worker in the Environmental Services Department. To qualify a High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred. Must be able to read, write, and communicate simple directions in English. One to two (1-2) years experience cleaning in a Health Care Environment preferred. The ability to stand, bend, lift heavy objects, push, pull, and operate heavy equipment with or without the use of assistive devices.

In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing special cleaning procedures (carpet care, and hard floor care) to areas throughout the Medical Center. Special procedures are total finishing removal, re-coating, carpet shampooing, extracting, scrubbing, operation of automated/ride-on equipment, etc. Q ualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
• Removes floor finish build-up with a scrubbing machine, re-applies floor finish, cleans baseboards and kick plate. Burnishes floor using the right color pad and machine. Removes floor finish build-up with a scrubbing machine according to standard operating guidelines. Burnishes floors using floor restorer product and hi-speed burnishing machinery. Cleans baseboards and kick plates with an appropriate solution. Moves furniture/equipment in an out of rooms on a continuous basis. Puts furniture back in its proper location.
• Coordinates the operation of a power floor machine to ensure its safe use. If applicable, uses automated battery operated equipment (ride on scrubber) in a safe manner. Ensures that safety procedures are followed to avoid accidents to patients, visitors, and staff. Follows established infection control and safety guidelines on an ongoing basis.
• Operates cleaning machines in the performance of duties. Maintains equipment in clean and working order. Reports broken equipment to the Supervisor promptly. Operates equipment correctly, following safety guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Hospital for Joint Diseases (HJD) at NYU Langone Medical Center is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

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