Laundry Worker

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Prepares clean linen for use in the hospital and/or inspects, separates, classifies, and collects soiled linen. Follows infection control and universal precautions procedures when handling soiled linen. Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals and materials and power equipment. Uses personal protective equipment as required. Fills orders and ensures that linen supplies are availalbe at all times. Inventories linen and counts items on exchange carts returned to laundry from hospital or returned from laundry to hospital. Assists the laundry driver to pull or push loaded carts (up to 500 pounds) on or off the truck to designated areas. Maintains accurate itemized inventory records and completes laudry forms as necessary. Maintains assigned work areas and supplies. Sorts bagged linen onto appropriate receiving carts. Separates soiled linen into designated classifications according to established guidelines. Cleans, maintains, and replenishes linen exchange carts in an orderly manner. Inspects linens for defects surch as holes, tears, or worn areas. Removes debris from linen such as tape, staples, and lint. Uses chemicals as prescribed for cleaning linen items. Responds to requests in a courteous manner. Folds, stacks and may wrap and appropriately label linen items to prepare for distribution to using areas. May assist in the collection of soiled linens and/or the distribution of clean linens. Conforms at all times to standards of personal and professional conduct as required by Hospital I Am Emory Policy for Guest and Employee Relations. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be able to read, write, and follow instructions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.