House Keeping
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VCA Animal Hospitals
Downers Grove, IL (In Person)
$37,440 Salary, Full-Time
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Position Summary The Housekeeping Staff member is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout the animal hospital. This role is essential in supporting infection control, ensuring compliance with health standards, and contributing to the comfort and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. Key Responsibilities Clean and disinfect exam rooms, kennels, and common areas according to hospital protocols Properly dispose of medical and general waste, including biohazard materials, in compliance with regulations keep hospital grounds well kept and clear of any trash/ animal waste Launder and restock linens, towels, and protective equipment Sweep, mop, vacuum, and sanitize floors and surfaces regularly Clean and maintain restrooms and staff areas Monitor and replenish cleaning supplies and notify management of shortages Assist with odor control and ensure proper ventilation practices Follow strict infection control and safety procedures, especially around animals and hazardous materials Report maintenance issues, damages, or safety concerns promptly Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred Previous housekeeping or janitorial experience, ideally in a healthcare or veterinary setting, is a plus Ability to follow detailed cleaning protocols and safety guidelines Comfortable working around animals, including those that may be sick, injured, or stressed Physical ability to stand, bend, lift (up to 40 lbs), and perform repetitive tasks Strong attention to detail and reliability Skills & Competencies Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and proper usage Time management and ability to prioritize tasks Team-oriented with good communication skills Dependable and able to work independently Work Environment Exposure to animals, cleaning chemicals, and occasional biohazards May involve evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on hospital hours Fast-paced environment with potential for high activity levels
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Starting rate $18.00/hour If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.comSimilar jobs in Downers Grove, IL
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