Description

Job Schedule: Full Time
Standard Hours: 40
Job Shift: Shift 1
Shift Details: Various hours and shifts availible Rotating weekends and holidays.

Work where every moment matters.
 
Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 

For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining cleanliness, aiding in the prevention of cross contamination, controlling bacteria and odor and sustaining an acceptable aseptic condition at all designated Backus Health System locations. Cross trains in linen services procedures and techniques as necessary.

Qualifications

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Education:
High School Diploma
Experience:
Six (6) to twelve (12) months experience in a healthcare environment 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use).
Knowledge of the basic fundamentals of housekeeping and basic floor care procedures. Some duties may require reading, writing and performing simple mathematics. Ability to read and understand oral or written instructions, and communicate necessary information. Ability to prioritize daily work assignments. Must be organized, flexible and a team player. Basic computer knowledge. 

PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING
Work is performed in accordance with instructions and procedures. Requires the ability to exercise discretion and use good judgment to perform duties promptly and consistently with little direction. Incumbents must organize the work and set priorities. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

We take great care of careers.
 
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.