Job Description Our Linen Clerk Performs a variety of tasks related to distribution and pick-up of hospital linen and other supplies as needed. The position is required to distribute clean linen and/or supplies as needed to all hospital departments and also be responsible for the pick up and staging of soiled linen. Responsible for other Materials Management delivery tasks required. Able to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions and perform simple arithmetic calculations. **This is a Full Time Position 37.50 hrs. per week**ResponsibilitiesMAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/CRITICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Delivers all linen trucks to specified areas every morning as scheduled and any additional linen as requested by unit staff during shift.
- Picks up all soiled linen from the linen chutes as scheduled.
- Keeps linen clean and organized in accordance with established procedures.
- Must be able to operate all Storeroom equipment safely and correctly.
- Fill stock requisitions by end of shift; follow through on filling backorders as soon as the supplies are delivered to the Storeroom from the vendor.
- Deliver all Storeroom orders, non-stock orders, and backorders to the requesting departments by end of shift. A signature is required when making any delivery to a department within the SHS.
- Able to use the computer to access the system for requisitioning, receiving, par leveling and
- inventory control.
- Respond to pager dealing with any emergency linen or supply request.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
- Must be able to transport linen carts weighing up to 500 lbs. Will be required to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
About Us
About Stamford Health Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system's 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation. Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an A for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work. Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center's nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health's Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. Dedicated to being the community's most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn. About the Team
Why work for Stamford Health? Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate. Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on our employee engagement surveys. With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation have Career Ladder programs that foster career development. Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations. Our collaborative with Hospital for Special Surgery, and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Care Collaborative, connect us directly with world class expertise, research, resources and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care. We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally. For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program designed specifically for Stamford Health will help prepare today's and tomorrow's leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices. It will also enhance the skills of our leaders that bring their fresh leadership perspective from other organizations.