
Performs general cleaning and sanitization duties as well as terminal cleaning/sterilization of areas within the medical center and affiliated areas in order to maintain a clean, sanitary, safe, healthy and attractive environment for patients, visitors, and facility staff. This staff position will have constant interaction with Meritus staff, visitors and patients, providing excellent customer service.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education - High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience - One (1) year cleaning team/housekeeping experience preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Must possess the physical ability to perform heavy duty cleaning including lifting up to 50 lbs. Ability to work from step ladders to reach high areas for cleaning and dusting. Physical ability to move loaded trash or laundry trucks/carts, patient beds and other equipment. Good customer service and communication skills required. Must be able to read, comprehend and follow specific instructions to complete tasks as assigned.
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest healthcare provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. With over 3,000 employees, 500 medical staff members and 250 volunteers, Meritus Health serves over 200,000 residents of the tristate region. Meritus Medical Center has 327 beds and Meritus Medical group has over 160 providers.