General Service Associate - 40 Hrs, 11:00PM - 7:30AM, and Rotating Weekends

POSITION SUMMARY :

Performs a range of housekeeping and environmental duties to maintain a clean and sanitized environment throughout the hospital. The General Services Associate (GSA) maintains daily cleanup of assigned areas. In addition to duties performed by a general cleaner, the GSA may also use industrial vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, buffers and/or additional hospital approved equipment to maintain the facility up to the highest standards in quality care.

Position: General Service Associate

Department: Environmental Services

Schedule: Full Time, 40 Hours, 11:00PM - 7:30AM, and Rotating Weekends

Onsite: Boston, MA

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs project work including, but not limited to, floor refinishing, carpet extraction, etc.
• Maintains stock of all housekeeping supplies in assigned areas and maintains housekeeping closets and equipment.
• Prepares patient rooms for occupancy upon discharge or transfer.
• Performs daily floor care maintenance.
• Collects and disposes of trash and waste as needed.
• Move furniture, boxes, etc. in order to clean.
• Installs, cleans, maintains and repairs all designated housekeeping equipment. Installs patient cubicle curtains.
• Performs all functions of the General Cleaner.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• Work requires the ability to read, follow oral and written instructions in English at a level acquired through the completion of elementary school
• Ability to learn and perform basic housekeeping practices and understands the policies and procedures of the hospital.
• HS Diploma or completion of GED preferred
• Experience in floor care, carpet care, restroom-cleaning preferred.
• Must be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, professional development, and growth
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

Our Environmental Service Department supports Boston Medical Center’s mission by providing support with daily disinfection, maintaining cleanliness in our public areas and keeping our floors shiny and creating a clean and pleasant atmosphere. Our staff connects with patients, visitors, and clinical staff every day to ensure a high quality services. Patient Safety has always been at the forefront of our operation, all while creating a welcoming environment for everyone.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

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