Housekeeper

Pay Band

2

Hours

20 hours per week 18:00-22:00

Monday to Friday Contract

Permanent Location / Department

Kidderminster Treatment centre,

Housekeeping Department Job Purpose

To assist in maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for patients, staff and visitors. To carry out general cleaning duties in all areas of the hospital and to apply specialist -cleaning methods using appropriate materials and equipment where necessary

Key Duties

Clean allocated work area to the agreed standards and frequencies as detailed in work schedules Carry our specialised cleaning tasks; including isolation rooms, theatres etc .to agree standards To decontaminated rooms as requested using specialist hydrogen Peroxide Vapour equipment in line with IPCT guidelines. This will include recording information so that an accurate record of processes is maintained Have the ability to follow instructions and to suggest changes in working practices Use a two-way radio system as required Undertake the safe removal of body fluids spillages in public and communal areas in line with IPCT guidelines To act as a mentor for newly appointed staff, providing on job training and instruction Occasional exposure to distressing circumstances e.g. vulnerable /aggressive patients Always wear the correct PPE and in line with IPCT guidelines To clean using the correct method, equipment and materials Remove waste from work area and place at collection point in line with departmental procedures To undertake the cleaning of all surface including edges, ledges fixtures and fittings To undertake the cleaning of all hard and soft floors using the correct method and equipment. To clean sanitary areas using the correct method and equipment To carry out high- and low-level cleaning using the correct method and equipment To Replenish supplies of paper hand towels, toilet rolls, soap, hand sanitizer and conditioner Carry out specialised cleaning as specified by the housekeeping supervisor. Ensure that all work is carried out in a safe manner and hazard warning signs are displayed Adhere to the departmental colour coding policies and procedures Use mechanical equipment as required Report defective equipment to the housekeeping supervisor Clean equipment after use Use all cleaning chemicals in a safe and appropriate manner Working at Heights is required Cleaning of ventilations grilles and light fittings Removal and cleaning of Radiators covers