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KI
KETCHIKAN INDIAN CORPORATION
Housekeeper
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What they do
A Maid or Housekeeping Staff provides cleaning and housekeeping services, primarily for rooms and bathrooms in hotels and hospitals. May also work in private residences, office buildings, colleges, other institutions.
$37,197 / year median in Alaska
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Accomplishes department objectives by maintaining a clean, organized, and appealing work environment at each facility, understanding AAAHC Standards and State and Federal regulations, and ensuring compliance with all laws. Job Duties & Responsibilities General cleaning includes but is not limited to vacuuming, mopping, floors/windows/handrails/doorknobs; All refuse, trash, and garbage shall be collected and removed from facility(s); All glass doors and windows will be cleaned as needed; Aid other staff as time allows, including supply/equipment delivery and other duties that support the KIC mission; Prior to Clinic opening, cleans Medical Records, Reception area, Conference Room, and Medical Director's office; Other related duties as assigned. Housekeeper II All Job Duties and Responsibilities Assigned to Housekeeper I and; Each workday morning, the Pharmacy will be cleaned after the Pharmacy staff arrives per security regulations as follows: Biohazard waste will be disposed of appropriately by clinic staff; Pharmacy requires pharmacists to be present, with no exceptions. Employees will not enter a vacant area at any time: Floors will be damp mopped as appropriate. Waste containers will be emptied, and new liners will be placed. All horizontal surfaces will be cleaned, and chromium will be polished. Sink area will be cleaned and disinfected. Paper towels and soap dispensers will be cleaned and filled. Cleans Clinic public areas, lavatories, staff room, hallways, and conference rooms; Thorough cleaning of clinical spaces, examination rooms, surfaces, and equipment with strong emphasis on infection control; Proper handling and disposing of medical and non-medical waste, including biohazardous materials; Following strict infection control protocols to prevent the spread of illnesses, including proper use of disinfectants and cleaning agents; Stripping, waxing and shampooing all flooring as necessary to maintain cleanliness; General duties as assigned. Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to adapt in continually changing work environment, ensuring a clean, organized and welcoming space. Effective understanding and professional demeanor in respecting patient confidentiality. Strong ability to address unexpected challenges with a given timeframe, under physical constraints, and with positive customer service. Strong understanding and sensitivity to American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribal culture and lifestyle, working effectively with AI/AN populations. Effective oral and written communication skills with sensitivity to the lifestyles of targeted participants. Skills in operating personal computers using a variety of computer software. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with management, coworkers, and outside contacts. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all applicable federal and tribal privacy laws and KIC policy (HIPAA, HITECH, etc.). Ability to learn and apply program/agency operating policies and procedures. Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks concurrently and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently as well as with teams. Knowledge of appropriate use and application of cleaning solutions and solvents. Knowledge of infection control regulations. Ability to handle weights and loads. Ability and dexterity to use equipment safely. Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and/or sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The noise level in the work environment is usually average. Use of chemical disinfectants when necessary, and handling of hazardous waste appropriately and according to safety regulations. Conditions of Hire May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license or capable of obtaining one, as well as be insurable by KIC's company insurance. KIC is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employees must adhere to KIC drug and alcohol policies and procedures to ensure a safe workplace. Employees must pass a pre-employment and subsequent random and/or for-cause drug and alcohol screening to be eligible for and maintain employment. KIC has several positions that must comply with the