Linen Services Associate University Hospital, Newark

NJ - 3.7

Newark, NJ Job Details Full-time $18.36 - $19.42 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance Prescription drug insurance Pet insurance Qualifications English High school diploma or GED Full Job Description About the Role The Linen Services Associate receives, stores, collects, and distributes, tracks and transports linen (sterile, clean and/or soiled) for assigned areas throughout the hospital in a safe and efficient manner. What You'll Do Provides patient‑centered service, maintaining a friendly, safe environment and responding promptly to customer concerns while modeling Service Excellence. Uses computer systems, handheld devices, or manual forms to track linen as directed. Stocks, distributes, and inventories clean linens and apparel in compliance with infection‑control guidelines. Identifies linen items needing repair or replacement and reports issues to management. Maintains a clean, orderly work area and equipment, including refilling and preparing linen carts and scrub machines. Collects soiled linen for vendor pick‑up and verifies cleanliness and serviceability of laundered items before storage. Maintains required logs, records, and linen control procedures, ensuring accurate counts and proper distribution to departments. Adheres to UH attendance, compliance, and regulatory standards, performing additional related duties as assigned. What You'll Bring High School Diploma or GED required. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to carry out the duties of the position; prior experience in institutional environmental services or linen services is preferred. What We Offer Vacation Time Off Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage Dental & Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance Pension Plan Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Development Compensation The expected salary range for this position is $18.36 - $19.42 per hour, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. About Us University Hospital is one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation. Apply Today We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we'd love to meet you.