Laundry Assistant

The primary purpose of your job position is to perform a variety of tasks usually requiring cleaning, trash removal, laundry, etc, to residents and staff in the nursing center and other special events, in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and Solaris HealthCare’s established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Ensure the cleanliness and orderly manner in which resident laundry is handled; Pick up, launder, dry and fold facility laundry (sheets, blankets, pillowcases, towels, washcloths, etc.); Pick up, launder, dry, fold and hang residents personal clothing. Return to room, put away folded belongings, hang clothes that are on hangers in a neat an orderly manner; Ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained according to facility maintenance programs and procedures. Clean lint baskets frequently, wipe down washers and dryers after each shift. Report maintenance issues to the Maintenance department for repair(s); Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work area. Pay attention to your surroundings and others while moving heavy laundry containers and Personal Clothing Carts; Keep track of soiled, stained and tattered items due to use or age to Supervisor. Remove items that are not approved for further use and replace. Make your supervisor aware of depleting counts of stock items when running low; Use PPEs while changing out chemicals once they are empty. Dispose in a proper manner; Other duties which may be assigned from time to time (Housekeeping, floor tech); Adhere to dress codes; Maintain personal cleanliness

Requirements

Experience in a long-term care facility: Laundering, drying, folding residents clothing and other facility laundry; Must be available weekends and holidays as needed; Must be able to pass an FBI Level II Background; This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening; High School diploma or equivalent required

Nice to have

Experience with personal items; Experience in the Healthcare Industry

Benefits

$500 Sign On Bonus; Affordable Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (family options included); Advanced Pay - get paid when YOU want; 401k with Company Match; Generous ETO, Holidays & Sick Time; Tuition Reimbursement; Life Insurance & Disability Coverage; Uniforms Provided & Perks Programs; Shift Differentials depending on location, position & shift