Location: Covington,LA, USA
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Hours: 2:30pm - 11:00pm
Summary of the Job:
Supervise daily activities are to ensure the cleanliness of the facilities is in accordance with established standards and requirements. Responsible for assisting the manager of Environmental Services in giving direction, motivation, and guidance to the environmental services department to accomplish established standards to meet or exceed customer satisfaction. In addition, the supervisor will be responsible to help clean patient rooms, visitor, and employee areas, and cover during staff shortages.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Basic math skills, communication skills, and the ability to follow instructions. St. Tammany Parish Hospital housekeeping will provide on-the-job training, which includes effective cleaning techniques, choosing the correct cleaning agents, operating vacuums, adhering to health and safety regulations, and demonstrating good customer service skills. Has knowledge of Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and other assorted business software. Ability to accurately review and process data and attend to detail. Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and accomplish objectives without management supervision. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats. Ability to handle and resolve problems.
Must have a valid and current state issued driver's license. Must maintain and provide proof of automobile insurance (at his/her own expense) in amounts which meet at least the minimum liability coverage limits required by the state of their residence. Clearance of driving record check; Driving records shall not contain any of the following: a suspended or revoked driver's license, 3 or more moving violations in the past 36 months, 2 or more accidents in the past 36 months, 1 or more instances of driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) within the past 24 months, at fault in a fatal accident within the past 5 years, leaving the scene of an accident within the past 36 months, and/or reckless driving within the past 12 months.
Preferred Qualifications:Healthcare supervisor experience preferred. C.H.E.S.T. and C.S.C.T. certification preferred.
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - NONE
Frequently (34%-66%)- NONE
Occasionally (1%-33%)- lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.