Laundry and Drycleaning Machine Operator/Tender jobs in Florence, AL

The purpose of this position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Laundry Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, and the facility’s policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Interpret work schedules and assignments

• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily schedules

• Collect soiled linens, personal clothing of patients, towels, etc. and wash same

• Remove line, towels from dryer after thoroughly drying

• Sort, fold and store linen in clean linen room in orderly manner

• Press patients’ personal clothing as appropriate

• Report linen needs to supervisor

• Clean equipment and work area daily or as needed

• Keep work areas free of hazardous conditions, spills, excess carts, baskets, supplies, equipment, etc.

• Sort soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and separate routine laundry items from items requiring stain removal treatment

• Discard waste and trash into proper containers and line receptacles with plastic liners

• Maintain privacy of patients and confidentiality of patient information

• Maintain dignity and respect for patients’ personal and property rights

• Attend and participate in in-service education classes, on-the-job training programs as scheduled or directed.

• Comply with established infection control and universal precaution practices, and coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing services

• Follow fire safety policies and procedures

• Report all incidents, accidents, hazardous conditions or equipment to supervisor immediately

• Report defective patient call lights, light bulbs, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights to supervisor immediately

• Deliver linen to patients’ rooms

• Follow the established universal precautions and isolation procedures

• Encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth and interest in patients’ personal and health care needs

• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Communication skills and active listening

• Punctuality, reliability

• Successful completion of assigned training

• Manage stress appropriately

• Handle multiple priorities effectively

• Multi-task, meet deadlines, prioritize

• Position may require flexible hours, unscheduled overtime or occasional week-end work

• Some travel may be required

• Ability to perform required skills, with or without a reasonable accommodation

Required Computer Software/Equipment used:

• Ability to learn HRIS and/or scheduling systems

• Standard Office Equipment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:

o High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Experience:

o None required

o Healthcare experience strongly preferred

• License/Certification(s):

o None required

COMPANY COMPETENCIES:

• Respect – We treat people as they want to be treated, showing regard for their rights and privacy

• Integrity – We emphasize honesty, fairness, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching

• Teamwork – We work collaboratively to improve processes, resolve problems and reward results

• Excellence – We hold ourselves to the highest standards, aspiring to zero defects in every task

• Compassion – We respond to those who need help with sensitivity and a positive attitude

• Professionalism – We perform our duties with skill, good judgement and politeness

JOB COMPENTENCIES:

1. Analytical Thinking: Able to gather and analyze data and reach appropriate conclusion; solves problems in a timely manner.

2. Customer Service: Possesses good interpersonal skills while dealing with emotional or difficult situations; meet quality standards.

3. Accountability: Accepts responsibility for own decisions, actions and results; able to maintain dependable behavior in times of crisis or complexity.

4. Attendance: Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered; returns from lunch and breaks appropriately; arrives at meetings on time; notifies supervisor of pending absences.

5. Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively; listens and receives clarification.

6. Ethical Behavior: Upholds organizational values and abides by state and federal regulations; maintains confidentiality of HIPAA information; treats others with respect.

7. Initiative: Seeks increased responsibility; sets self-improvement goals linked to the organizational goals.

8. Job and Industry Knowledge: Demonstrates knowledge of the position and industry; seeks additional information.

9. Productivity and Quality of Work: Maintains high level of performance while demonstrating commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.

10. Teamwork: Displays ease working with others; contributes ideas and skills to team; puts success of team above own interests.

SCOPE AND LEVEL OF WORK:

• Complexity: Duties assigned are not generally complex. Work assignment is performed within an established framework under general instructions.

• Decision Making: Exercises judgment and discretion.

• Supervision Received: Performs work with supervisory oversight. Under general supervision, the employee receives assignments and is expected to carry them through to completion with substantial independence. Work is reviewed for adherence to instructions, accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standard practice or precedent.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Does not have supervisory responsibilities

• Supervisor frequently determines priorities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to Perform Essential Functions of the Job

• Audio-Visual: Hearing: Good

• Ability to lift to 40 pounds

• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS:

• Work safely and follow safety rules

• Report unsafe working conditions and behaviors

• Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is typically performed in a standard office environment; well-lit; comfortable temperature-controlled; above-average conversational noise is frequent

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required of incumbents in this position.

Education

• 8th Grade or better