Job Description

Clearpoint Health Network, is Canada’s largest trusted provider of independent surgical and multi-disciplinary medical centres across Canada. Working in close collaboration with hospitals, insurance providers, provincial and regional health organizations and workers’ compensation boards, Clearpoint delivers high-quality care across Canada meeting the needs of patients, while alleviating capacity pressure on public health systems.

New Westminster Surgical Centre, a division of Clearpoint Health Network is recruiting for a Environmental Service Aide

As the Environmental Service Aide/ Housekeeper you are responsible and accountable for providing direct support to the surgical unit and PACU to facilitate the processing of patients. The Housekeeper will act in accordance with policies and procedures for proper care and maintenance of the facility and its equipment. The Housekeeper must have a comprehensive understanding of safety regulations related to cleaning products and demonstrate a professional and caring approach in dealing with clients, co-workers and supervisors.

Number of position in Casual2

Benefits working at New Westminster Surgical Centre

• Pay range 21/hr-24/hr

As the Housekeeper you are responsible and accountable for providing direct support to the surgical unit and PACU to facilitate the processing of patients. The Housekeeper will act in accordance with policies and procedures for proper care and maintenance of the facility and its equipment. The Housekeeper must have a comprehensive understanding of safety regulations related to cleaning products and demonstrate a professional and caring approach in dealing with clients, co-workers and supervisors.

Responsibilities include:

Overall Cleaning of OR & PACU Areas, including but not limited to OR, SPD, Staff Change Areas, Storage Areas, Patient Rooms, Bathrooms, Hallways and Administration as required. This includes:

Daily

• OR Cleaning between cases and when required Terminal Clean of OR and Equipment at end of day
• Clean and disinfect patients rooms, furniture and equipment including make bed ready for next patient, and restock patient rooms and bathrooms including, supplies such as towels, soap, blankets, empty garbage, etc
• Collect dirty laundry from patients’ rooms & recovery
• Daily Dust Mopping of PACU floors
• Spot Cleaning as required in response to incidents

Weekly

• Clean and Disinfect all OR & PACU floors and surfaces using predefined cleaning methods and procedures
• Dust and polish hospital furniture and equipment including clean mirrors and windows along with polishing fittings and fixtures
• Distribute clean linen and surgical scrubs to appropriate areas
• Secure Patient Post Op Beverages
• Create and maintain inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment and linen and maintain adequate stock of all
• Responsible to mix appropriate quantities of cleaning liquids and chemicals in accordance with safety regulations
• Maintain a clean and organized storage area for cleaning equipment and supplies
• Ensure proper collection of surgical waste according to hospital policies
• Attend Staff Meetings
• Other tasks as required

The Housekeeper with the assistance of the other members of the per-operative team will also be responsible to complete the following tasks:

• Maintain constant awareness of the cleanliness, maintenance and repair of the hospital
• Weekly Terminal Clean of Unit including washing of windows and walls
• Weekly Terminal Clean of All Equipment
• Inform OR Nurse Director of any cleaning equipment that may need repair or replacement or any building hazard and assist in addressing it

Qualifications

• Understanding of safety regulations related to cleaning products
• Must be fluent in written and verbal English, and possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be capable of working under pressure and performing a wide range of duties that may require independent action.
• Must be proactive, cooperative, and alert, accept directions, and be able to function as a team member.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact recruitment@clearpointhealth.ca for further information.

Clearpoint Health Network Inc is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.