BUILDING SERVICES AIDE P/D

Company: Hospital for Special Care
Location: New Britain
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or EquivalentHave good physical conditionReads, comprehend English and communicate effectivelyJOB SUMMARY Performs duties that are set forth to keep this facility in the best condition possible to assure patient, public and staff needs as regards housekeeping and all around physical appearance are maintained in the highest standards.PHYSICAL DEMANDS Standing/Walking continuously - up to 8 hoursLift 21-50 pounds-frequentlyPull/Push 21-50 pounds-frequentlySee, hear, touch, smell-frequentlyBend, reach, squat, climb-frequentlyReach above shoulders-frequentlyTwistFine hand manipulation - with one hand-frequentlyGrasping with both hands-frequentlyCOGNITIVE DEMANDS Problem solving. Task allows for the application of over learned knowledge and basic follow through on easily identifiable steps. Reference materials are available. Limited inference is necessary. Some selective attention is necessary to complete task.Written expression. Basic formulation, content, syntax and spelling are adequate to complete the task, only simple sentence or very short paragraph expression is necessary.Verbal expression. Task allows for limited verbal communication. Use of automatic words, jargon and phrases in context are adequate for intelligibility and understanding.Reading/Auditory comprehension. Task allows for comprehension of only very familiar words and phrases, relies heavily on repetition and 1-step commands.Computation. Task requires ability to add and subtract two digit numbers. Multiple and divide 10's and 100's by 2, 3, 4, 5. Perform basic arithmetic operations with coins and bills for the purpose of cashier/petty cash etc. Perform operations with measuring units such as cup, quart, foot, yard, ounce, and pound.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCleans and Disinfects patient rooms according to established procedures to include mopping, dust mopping, dusting, vacuuming and cleaning and disinfection of hard surface and textiles.Cleans and disinfects restrooms according to established procedures.Manitains supplies of paper towels, toilet paper, disinfecting wipes, soap and hand sanitizer on the units.Cleans common areas and offices according to established procedures.Removes and handles trash and biohazardous waste according to established procedures.Answers beeper promptly and respond to unit requests in a timely manner.Performs routine and terminal clean of isolation rooms adhering to established procedures for infection control.Follows Hospital infection prevention procedures as relates to assigned duties and hand hygiene.Distributes linen to units and maintains an adequate supply during the day.Assists with room set ups or patient moves as assigned. ---Uses tools, chemicals and equipment properly. Maintains all safety stnadards during the course of the workday.Is flexible to the demands of the day and performs other duties as supervisor assigns.Reports all hazards, defects or quality concerns to supervisor as they are observed.

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