Job responsibilities
Housekeeping Assistant
Pay Band 2
Monday-Friday 37.5 hours (5am-1pm)
Alexandra Hospital Redditch
Accountable to the Facilities Manager
Reports
toHousekeeping Supervisor
Key Working Relationships
Ward and Departmental staff, patients and visitors.
Job Purpose
To assist in maintaining a
clean and hygienic environment for patients, staff and visitors. To carry out general cleaning duties in all
areas of the hospital and to apply specialist-cleaning methods using
appropriate materials and equipment where necessary.
Key Duties
Clean
allocated work area to the agreed standards and frequencies as detailed in work
schedules
Carry
our specialised cleaning tasks; including isolation rooms, theatres etc. to
agreed standards.
To
decontaminate rooms as requested using specialist Hydrogen Peroxide Vapour
equipment in line with IPCT guidelines.
This will include recording information so that an accurate record of
processes is maintained.
Have
the ability to follow instructions and to suggest changes in working practices
Use
a two way radio system as required
Undertake
the safe removal of body fluid spillages in public and communal areas in line
with IPCT guidelines
To
act as a mentor for newly appointed staff, providing on job training and
instruction
Wear the correct PPE at all times and in line with
IPCT guidelines
To
clean using the correct method, equipment and materials.
Remove
waste from work area and place at collection points in line with departmental
procedures
To
undertake the cleaning of all surfaces including edges, ledges, fixtures and
fittings.
To
undertake the cleaning of all hard and soft floors using the correct method and
equipment.
To
clean sanitary areas using the correct method and equipment.
To
carry out high and low level cleaning using the correct method and equipment.
To
replenish supplies of paper hand towels, toilet rolls, soap, hand sanitizer and
hand conditioner.
Carry
out specialised cleaning as specified by the housekeeping supervisor.
Ensure
that all work is carried out in a safe manner and hazard warning signs are
displayed.
Adhere
to the departmental colour coding policy.
Comply
with the Trust Infection Control policies and procedures.
Use
mechanical equipment as required.
Report
defective equipment to the housekeeping supervisor.
Clean
equipment after use
Strip
and reseal floors.
Use
all cleaning chemicals in a safe and appropriate manner.
Working
at heights as required
Cleaning
of ventilation grilles and light fittings.
Removal
and cleaning of radiator covers.
Vision and Values
The
Trust aims to provide local services for local people. It has developed its
vision to reflect this commitment.
To
continue to be the major provider of acute/specialist services for the people
of Worcestershire (and wider) with a strong reputation for providing
outstanding, high quality, reliable, accessible and integrated healthcare for
local people
Driving
this commitment are the Trust-wide signature behaviour
Do what we say we will
No Delays, every day
We listen, we learn, we lead
Work together, celebrate together
Standard Clauses
The purpose of this post should remain constant, but the
duties and responsibilities may vary over time within the overall role and
level of the post. The post holder may
from time to time be asked to undertake other reasonable duties. Any such changes will be made in discussion
with the post holder in the light of service needs.
Competence
The post holder is responsible for limiting his / her
actions to those which s/he feels competent to undertake. If the post holder has any doubts as to his
or her competence during the course of his / her duties then s/he should
immediately speak to their line manager or supervisor.
Codes of conduct
All employees of the Trust who are required to be registered
with a professional body, to enable them to practise within their profession,
are required to comply with their code of conduct and requirements of their
professional registration. Those staff that
are not required to be registered with a professional body are required to
comply with the Trusts codes of conduct.
Confidentiality
The post holder must maintain confidentiality, security and
integrity of information relating to patients, staff and other Health Service
business.
Health and Safety
Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on
them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and the Manual Handling
Operations Regulations (1992) and all relevant Trust Health and Safety Policies
and Guidance. This ensures that the
agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for
employees, patients and visitors to the Trust.
Infection Control
Employees must accept personal responsibility and
accountability for Infection Prevention and Control practice. Employees should ensure they are familiar
with, and comply with, all relevant Infection Control policies for minimising
the risk of avoidable Health Care Associated Infection. All Employees must undertake annual mandatory
updates in Infection Control.
Non
Smoking Policy
The Trusts approach to
smoking is in line with the governments on-going initiatives for an eventual
smoke-free environment. It aims to adhere to the Worcestershire Health
Community Campaign to help Worcestershire stop smoking.
A no smoking environment
policy exists within all Trust premises including entrances and exits to
hospital buildings and on other Trust property . In June
2014 a ban was implanted which meant staff, contractors and volunteers were no
longer permitted to smoke in any of the hospital grounds, including car
parks.
Further to this, The
Alexandra, Kidderminster and Worcestershire Royal Hospitals, have all become
smoke free to all patients and visitors as of 17 June 2015. This means that, as well as staff, members of
the public, patients and visitors are not allowed to smoke in any of the acute
hospital grounds, including car parks.
Risk Management
It is a standard element of the role and responsibility of
all employees of the Trust that they fulfil a proactive role towards the
management of risk in all of their actions.
This entails the risk assessment of all situations, taking appropriate
actions, and reporting all incidents, near misses, and hazards promptly. It is a contractual obligation that all
employees must co-operate with any investigations undertaken.
Children and vulnerable adults
You have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the
welfare of the children / young people / vulnerable adults that you come into
contact with or are responsible for in your job role and sphere of competence.
Disclosure and Barring Service
The Trust aims to promote equality of opportunity for all,
with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. Criminal records will be taken into account
for recruitment purposes, only when the conviction is relevant. As the Trust meets the requirements in
respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974,
all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record
check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is
confirmed. This will include details of
cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions. Postholders may periodically be asked to
undertake a re-check.
The Trust is legally required to check all staff against the
Disclosures and Barring Services Childrens and Vulnerable Adults barring lists
if they engage in what is defined as Regulated Activity or Controlled
Activity: Regulated Activity is defined as working closely with children or
vulnerable adults, paid or unpaid, on a frequent or intensive basis. Controlled activity is work that provides
opportunities for contact with children or vulnerable adults.
Equality and Diversity
The Trust promotes policies and practices that challenge
discrimination, promote equality, respect individual needs, preferences and
choices, and protects human rights. The
Trust has a clear commitment to equality for all in employment practices based
on an applicants ability, skills and aptitude for the post. A range of equality & diversity policy
initiatives are in place and all successful applicants are expected to familiarise
themselves with these. It is therefore
the duty of every employee to comply with the detail and spirit of these
policies and the law at all times. Any
issues or concerns you have should be taken up with your manager or the human
resource team as soon as possible.
Dignity
All employees must treat each person as an individual,
offering a personalised service respecting peoples dignity and modesty at all
times.
Conflict of Interest
The Trust is responsible for ensuring that the service
provided for patients and its care meet the highest standard. Equally, it is responsible for ensuring that
staff do not abuse their official position for personal gain or to benefit
their family or friends. The Trusts
Standing Orders require any member of staff to declare any interest, direct or
indirect, with contracts involving the Trust.
Staffs are not allowed to further their private interests in the course
of their NHS duties.
