Janitor

Job Summary: Reporting to the PHC Operations Manager, the Janitor is responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of PHC buildings and outdoor areas. The role includes maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for building tenants, patients, staff, and visitors in compliance with OSHA health and sanitary codes. The Janitor works alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality service in alignment with PHC values and procedures.Key responsibilities include ensuring that building facilities are secure by locking doors and verifying that the alarm system is set. As a Janitor at PHC, you must be flexible and willing to complete all assigned tasks. Challenges in this position include working around building tenants, patients, visitors, and staff without causing disruptions, and operating in clinical areas that require specialized cleaning needs. This includes assessing spill hazards and determining if spills are medical, infectious, or routine, and then following the appropriate procedures for disposal.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sweep, clean, mop, scrub, and dust building floors.

Removing trash frequently throughout the day

Sterilize all building and PHC restroom areas, replenish soap and paper dispensers, clean mirrors, sinks, walls, and toilet areas

Dust and cleaning all common areas, including walls (high and low)

Cleans hallways, stairways, offices, food preparation or break areas

Removing small and large debris

Assisting with pest control measures

Clean and vacuum furniture, fixtures doors and related furnishings by using appropriate cleaning supplies

Clean and maintain a variety of floor coverings

Clean/Sanitize exam rooms and waiting areas

Transports cleaning supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.

Replaces sharps containers, transports trash, and organizes storage closets.

Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes

Possess the ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.

Respond timely and courteously to problems and requests of tenants.

Keep building entry ways dry and free of debris.

Participate in and support PHC safety programs and notify management if safety and sanitation standards are not being met.

Responsible for set up and disassembly of equipment and conference rooms for meetings and facility operations.

Complete additional duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have the ability to work effectively with people of all socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds.

Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean.

Complete annual education requirements.

Communicate appropriately and clearly with all staff.

Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations.

Maintain and ensure patient confidentiality at all times.

Report to work on time and as scheduled

Wear identification while on duty

Maintain a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all staff

Represent organization in a positive and professional manner

Comply with all organizational policies

SAFETY/ SECURITY/FIRE:

Participates in security and fire-prevention systems in the building

Conduct and document regular facility safety equipment audit

Watch for safety hazard

Know agency emergency procedures and where all emergencies' shut offs are located.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Support current organizational initiatives and exhibits creativity and flexibility in times of change

Excellent verbal and communication skills.

Knowledgeable of JCAHO, federal and state standards/regulations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

Must be able to read and interpret written instructions and work orders

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High school Diploma or GED required.

Two (2) years of hospital/clinic janitorial or housekeeping experienced required

At least one (1) year experience that evidences a working knowledge of commercial cleaning equipment and industrial cleaning processes.

Must be flexible to work all shifts, may be required to work overtime on occasion when the department is short of staff or in the event of an emergency.

Sound knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend written documents fluently.

Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.

REASONING ABILITY :

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS:

All candidates will be required to submit a criminal background check as a part of pre-employment.

Basic Life Support card or obtain one within one month of hire.

REQUIRED PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT :

Required to use personal protective equipment necessary to maintain personal safety as task dictates or as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or designee instructs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description includes the major duties and responsibilities of the job but is not inclusive of every task inherent to the job. In addition, it may be occasionally necessary for employees to be assigned tasks not specifically covered by their permanent assignment. Employees will be expected to comply with reasonable requests from their supervisor.

Work is regularly performed in a combination of indoor, outdoor, office and shop environments and is regularly exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes, and noise.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

PHC will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act, and all other Federal, State, and local legislative requirements. PHC will ensure that reasonable accommodations are made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of that position.

Position requires travel to various clinic locations.

Must be able to be on your feet for 12 hours per shift if needed.

Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by PHC.

Must be able to work in difficult positions, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, reach, climb and work off a

ladder or reach and/or lift above shoulder level.

Able to walk several flights of stairs.

Good visual acuity for reading instructions and equipment nameplate information.

Must be physically capable of working long hours in emergencies.

Will be required to work both inside and outside of buildings during inclement weather.

Must be capable of operating basic hand tools and meters.

Sit, walk, and stand continuously.

Lift/carry up to 70lbs frequently.

Uses dominate hand coordination for simple grasping, pushing/pulling, and fine manipulation.

May be exposed to extreme temperatures, dust, dampness, height, and moving machinery.

Priority Health Care is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, religion, age, gender identification, pregnancy, marital or familial status, gender or sexual orientation, veteran, or military status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or on the basis of any other status protected by law, and in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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