The cleaning operative will enhance the patient's experience by ensuring that the clinical environment is clean, well presented and maintained to enhance the patient's sense of comfort, safety and well-being.
Main duties of the job
* Ensure the environment is cleaned in line with the national cleaning standards
* Use electrical machinery
* Clean medical/hard equipment
* Report maintenance issues
* Undertake enhanced cleaning when required
Job responsibilities
* Responsible for the safe and effective delivery of the Cleaning service
* Undertake scheduled cleaning tasks, including the cleaning of clinical equipment, as per schedules
* Uphold all Infection Prevention and Control measures as required within the Trust
* Ensure that all domestic consumables are available at all times in the appropriate dispenser/holder
* Undertake ad-hoc cleaning tasks as required by the Senior Housekeeper and/or clinical staff
* Ensure Health & Safety in the workplace Legislation is adhered to
* Report the need for any estates maintenance requests to the Housekeeping Supervisor
* Identify areas for continuous improvement and liaise with the Housekeeping Supervisor to develop those improvements
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
* NVQ Level 2 British Institute of Cleaning Science in Domestic Services or equivalent and a willingness to undertake within 6 months of employment
* Good basic education, ability to read and write and numerical skills
Experience
* Relevant experience of working within a healthcare setting
* Experience of using electrical machinery, e.g., Rotary machines, Steam cleaners
Skills and Knowledge
* Good knowledge of COSSH, Health & safety in the workplace and Safe Systems of Working
* Full understanding and knowledge of cleaning schedules and frequencies
Personal Qualities
* Good communication skills to engage with a variety of people
* Flexible in working practices and hours
* Ability to be able to follow clear instructions
* Ability to show empathy and understanding of patient's needs
* Good understanding of policies and procedures
* Proactive in ensuring effective relationships are maintained
* Able to work well and effectively in a team or alone
Other job requirements
* Deliver the highest levels of customer service promoting a professional and caring manner
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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