Hospital Attendant (HSC/HS 1) (Housekeeping) - Black River Hospital

Qualifications and Experience: 

• School Leaving Certificate (Secondary Education) 
• Completion of any certified training in Housekeeping/Public Area Hygiene Attendant.
• At least 2 CSEC subjects, would be a definite asset 
• At least one (01) year experience within the hospital environment or service industry 

Specific Knowledge & Skills: 

• Physical Fitness 
• Ability to work effectively in a team 
• Ability to respect patient confidentiality 
• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral format 
• Good time management skills 

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Sweeps, polishes and wipes of all floor spaces. Maintains such in an acceptable condition during the day. 
• Carries out daily dusting of all furniture. 
• Polishes all furniture at least once per month or more, as is deemed necessary.
• Cobwebs all rooms, verandahs and open spaces. 
• Cleans and maintains bathrooms during clinic hours, ensuring that there is no overflow of waste on the floor or from the bins. 
• Cleans windows which can be conveniently reached from the floor. 
• Takes care of potted plants inside the Hospital. 
• Cleans shelves and cupboards once per month or as often as required. 
• Washes and irons of linen used at the hospital, which includes sheets, towels, staff gowns.
• Cleaning of instruments used by health personnel as directed. 
• Assists with ushering of patients to various service delivery areas within the health facility.
• Assists in maintaining order in the waiting areas. 
• Assists nursing/medical personnel during clinics or as required. 
• Responsible for maintenance and storage of all gowns, linen, etc for the hospital.
• Prepares the hospital in time for daily sessions, such as the provision and laying out of bed linen for examination tables/couches, the provision of toiletries and gowns for staff, etc.
• Displays appropriate safety signs when cleaning to avoid injury to staff and patients.
• Deep cleans of the hospital once per month or as directed by Supervisor. 
• Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor

Special conditions associated with the job: 

• Physically demanding environment, which requires the skills and ability to do heavy lifting, and safely manoeuvre patients, wheelchairs, trolleys and other equipment. 
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids, exposure to body fluids and soiled utility, therefore use of protective gears maybe required in some instances. 
• Duties and assignments are on a shift basis, and the incumbent, may be required to work extended hours if the need arises. 

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.