Support Aide

Job Title: Support Aide

Location: RWJUH Somerset

Department Name: Environmental Services

Req #: 0000229742

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $16.36 – $18.71 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Cleans all patient and non-patient areas of the hospital, and other areas as directed.

Essential Functions:

• Dust, damp mop, spot clean and disinfect fixtures, furnishings in both patient and non-patient areas
• Vacuum and spot clean mats and carpets, as assigned
• Empty, clean and re-line waste baskets. Transport regular and contaminated waste/linen to the utility room or proper areas.
• Wash and disinfect bed/crib at discharge and prepare bed for new occupant.
• Follow isolation cleaning procedures when cleaning isolation rooms to prevent the spread of pathogens
• Clean and disinfect daily bathroom fixtures, mirrors, windows, doors, walls (as far as can be reached) and replenish bathroom supplies if necessary
• Notifies supervisor when supplies in the Environmental Services storage room are low. Report work orders when repairs are needed in assigned areas
• Maintains tools and equipment in good condition, is responsible for economical use of supplies
• Mechanical aptitude to operate machines and equipment may include hard floor surface maintenance, e.g.: strip, refinish, burnishing and shampooing carpets
• Delivers clean linen throughout the facility
• Enhances professional growth and development by attending in-services, required meetings and other educational programs

Scheduling Requirements:

• Rotating Weekends and Holidays required
• Shift working: 6:30am -3:00pm

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must know how to use common housecleaning implements such as mops, floor waxes, and scouring pads to keep areas clean and well serviced.
• Ability to follow oral or written instructions.
• Work with constant concern for the safety of all persons (Patient, Visitor Etc.)
• Interacts in a positive manner with coworkers in all departments to accomplish the goals and objectives of the hospital for effective patient care.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Include bending, stooping and stretching.