Cleaner

Cleaner

Casual & Part-time positions available.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Cleaner to join our Environmental Services team. The ideal candidate will contribute to maintaining a clean and safe environment, ensuring the well-being of patients, visitors, and staff. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the overall cleanliness and infection control within Yarrawonga Health.

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning and Sanitising:

• Perform routine cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming, to maintain a high standard of cleanliness.
• Disinfect and sanitize surfaces in patient rooms, common areas, and other designated areas.

Waste Management:

• Collect and dispose of waste and recyclables according to hospital protocols.
• Ensure proper handling of biohazardous materials.

Infection Control:

• Follow established infection control procedures to prevent the spread of infections within the hospital.
• Pay special attention to high-touch surfaces and areas prone to contamination.

Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with other members of the environmental services team to ensure a cohesive and efficient cleaning process.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals and staff regarding specific cleaning requirements.

Safety Compliance:

• Adhere to safety guidelines and protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
• Report any safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Must be able to work all shifts, weekly, afternoon and weekends including public holidays
• Computer skills at a basic level;
• Understanding of confidentiality;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisation skills;
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people;
• Self-motivated with a high level of communication and organisational skills demonstrated ability to work alone.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in cleaning, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of infection control practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of proper handling and disposal of biohazardous materials.

Skills and Abilities:

• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks, including lifting and moving equipment.

About Us:

Will you join us? Yarrawonga Health is progressive and innovative health service. With your skills and experience, you will deliver safe, reliable and responsive patient care. Better yet, it is also a great career move as you join a thriving organisation guided by its mission to provide and improve sustainable health and education services for our communities in partnership with them.

Situated on the heart of the Murray River, Yarrawonga Health provides acute, surgical, community and aged care support for the region. We're only a few hours from Melbourne and you'll be enjoying all the region has to offer - from wineries and snow fields to water and boating activities on the Murray River, you'll never be bored!

More Information:

For more information regarding the role contact: Jane McMahon, Support Services Manager via email Jane.McMahon@yh.org.au

All employment with Yarrawonga Health is subject to and conditional upon a satisfactory Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Victorian 'Employee' Working with Children's Check.

YH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and follows Equal Employment Opportunity Principles. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

All healthcare workers are required to have mandatory COVID-19 vaccination and evidence of vaccination will be required prior to commencement.

Application Process:

All applications are to be submitted via Yarrawonga Health's website Yarrawonga Health Careers.

Please submit your application including a cover letter, resume, and responses to the key selection criteria found in the position description.

Please refer to the attached position description for full details of the role.

Applications close midnight Sunday 12th May 2024.

*Interviews may be conducted prior to closing date.