The Linen Control Specialist is responsible for the daily handling, inventory, distribution, and collection of linen
items throughout the facility. This role ensures that all departments are adequately stocked with clean linen,
soiled items are promptly collected, and accurate records are maintained. The specialist plays a vital role in
supporting the smooth operation of services by ensuring timely and hygienic linen management.
Key Responsibilities:
· Count, stock, and distribute clean linen to designated storage areas or departments.
· Collect soiled linen from designated areas and transport it to the laundry or staging area.
· Monitor and maintain linen par levels in assigned areas.
· Perform routine inventory checks and assist with physical inventory counts.
· Ensure proper handling and separation of clean and soiled linen in compliance with health and safety
standards.
· Report linen shortages, damages, or losses to supervisors.
· Maintain cleanliness and organization of linen rooms and carts.
· Operate linen transport equipment (e.g., carts, hampers) safely and effectively.
· Assist with receiving and restocking linen deliveries.
· Communicate with department staff regarding linen needs or concerns.
Working Conditions:
· Fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks
· Frequent walking, standing, lifting, and bending required.
· Work performed in linen rooms, storage areas, and throughout the facility.
· May be exposed to soiled linen and cleaning agents.
· Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided and required where appropriate.
Education:
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Qualifications/Training:
· One year of experience in linen services, inventory handling, housekeeping, or a related field preferred.
· Ability to lift, push, or pull carts and linen loads up to 50 lbs.
· Basic math skills and attention to detail for inventory counting.
· Strong organizational and time-management skills.
· Ability to follow safety protocols and infection control procedures.
· Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.
McLeod Health is the region's destination for medical excellence. Our excellence extends from the Midlands to the Coast along the border of North and South Carolina - serving more than one million people. As medical needs grow – we grow, expand, and improve our facilities and services.
The McLeod Health network is comprised of 7 hospitals with locations in Florence, Darlington, Dillon, Manning, Cheraw, Loris, and Little River. We have also expanded into the Carolina Forest area of Myrtle Beach with physician practices, outpatient services and a free-standing emergency department.
Founded over a century ago, McLeod is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system which features the strength of 850 physicians and 2,700 registered nurses, and approximately 15,000 team members. McLeod constantly seeks to improve patient care with efforts that are physician led, data-driven and evidence-based.
