Sr Houskeeper

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

1301 S MAIN ST

City:

OTTAWA

State:

Kansas

Postal Code:

66067

Job Description:

Senior Housekeeper

Location: AdventHealth Ottawa

Schedule: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM | Every Other Weekend
Days off during the week when scheduled to work the weekend

Create a Clean Environment. Promote Healing. Make a Difference Every Day.

At AdventHealth, our mission is to Extend the Healing Ministry of Christ by providing compassionate, whole-person care. As a Senior Housekeeper, you'll play an essential role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports healing for our patients, families, visitors, and team members. Your work directly contributes to infection prevention, patient satisfaction, and the overall healthcare experience.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy serving others, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we'd love to have you join our Environmental Services team.

The Senior Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the hospital while supporting daily Environmental Services operations. In addition to performing housekeeping duties, this role provides leadership and guidance to Environmental Services team members, promotes compliance with infection prevention standards, and helps ensure quality, efficiency, and outstanding customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean assigned patient rooms, public areas, restrooms, offices, and ancillary spaces according to established department standards.

• Collect and dispose of regular and biohazardous waste safely and in accordance with infection prevention policies.

• Collect, stage, and prepare soiled linen for pickup.

• Perform environmental cleaning tasks including sweeping, dust mopping, damp mopping, vacuuming, wall washing, high dusting, bed making, scrubbing, and surface disinfection.

• Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces using approved cleaning products and disinfectants.

• Stock housekeeping carts daily with cleaning supplies, paper products, and equipment necessary to complete assigned duties.

• Replenish supplies throughout assigned areas to ensure patient care units remain fully stocked.

• Document completed work and maintain required department records accurately.

• Demonstrate knowledge of infection prevention, isolation precautions, and the safe operation of housekeeping equipment.

• Train and support Environmental Services team members while reinforcing department expectations and quality standards.

• Address routine operational concerns and assist in resolving day-to-day workflow issues.

• Promote exceptional customer service by interacting professionally and courteously with patients, visitors, physicians, and fellow team members.

• Support a culture of teamwork, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of environmental services, housekeeping procedures, and cleaning practices

• Knowledge of infection prevention, isolation precautions, and environmental sanitation

• Ability to maintain equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

• Ability to communicate effectively in conversational English

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced healthcare environment

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

• Ability to train, mentor, and support team members

• Commitment to quality, safety, and patient satisfaction

Education

• High School Diploma or GED — Preferred

Experience

• One year of housekeeping, environmental services, custodial, or related technical experience — Required

• Two or more years of housekeeping or environmental services experience — Preferred

Why Join AdventHealth?

At AdventHealth, you'll find more than a job—you'll discover a career with purpose. As part of our faith-based, mission-driven organization, you'll help create a healing environment where patients can recover, families feel supported, and caregivers can provide exceptional care.

• Consistent full-time schedule

• Supportive and collaborative Environmental Services team

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Mission-driven culture focused on whole-person care

• Meaningful work that directly impacts patient safety and healing

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/4ew2su3y

Pay Range:

$16.44 - $26.31

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.