Lead Laundry Technician - HESI

Job Title: Lead Laundry Technician | HESI | Fargo

City: Fargo

State: ND

Department : Healthcare Environmental Services

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Varies

Hours Per Shift: Other

JOB SUMMARY

Perform day to day tasks to maintain a clean environment in a health care organization. Assist the manager with creation of work assignments for that day’s schedule for Laundry Technicians. Depending upon the location, complete assigned tasks based on standard processes and policies as well as assist the Laundry Technicians with their day to day responsibilities. Work independently or work in a team environment ensuring that use of equipment, methods, and techniques to handle laundry safely and appropriately such as; sorting, washing, any chemical application, or water temperature and follow infection prevention guidelines according to organizational and healthcare industrial laundry standards. Depending upon the location, may operate laundry equipment and report any needs for repairs or replacements; reports the shortage or failure of them for purchase or repair. Record, report, prepare soiled laundry for pick-up, and assist with ordering clean laundry that is delivered to the healthcare organization based on that locations standard processes and policies. Document all linen that is picked-up or delivered. All proper protective equipment (PPE) is to be used or worn as outlined in that locations standard processes and policies. Physical activities include but not limited to, considerable use of arms and legs and moving of whole body; such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, twisting, squatting, and handling materials. Ability to lift and/or move up to 30-50lbs and push/pull up to 500lbs on flat surfaces or up and down ramps. This position will require the individual to be on their feet for the majority of their shift. May be exposed to certain levels of noise with the equipment in operation. Depending on location of position, work hours will vary depending on patient needs. May include overtime, call, backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Communicates well downward, upward, and outward.;Reports emergency situation of spill incidents to senior staff immediately for action taking.Communicates the importance of customer needs/expectations and commits to resolving them.;Collaborates with departmental associates and management.;Raises awareness of potential bottlenecks and disruptions to the schedule.Conducts hazard identification and observes universal precautions for injury prevention.Accommodates different levels of ability to respond to change.Develops successful resolutions to critical or wide-impact problems.Performs at least 2-3 concurrent activities without reducing productivity.Develops and uses checklists to insure that information goes out error-free.Establishes and maintains effective working relationship with each team member.

DEPARTMENT DETAILS

This position will work full-time 40 hours a week. Come be a part of a progressive workplace with opportunity for growth and advancement. We are excited for you to become a part of our Sanford Family!

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or general education diploma (GED) equivalent required.
A minimum of two years of experience in a supervisory role is preferred as well as previous laundry or production experience.
Depending on location, must have a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

About Sanford Health:

At Sanford Health, we are dedicated to the work of health and healing.
Every day, we show that commitment by delivering the highest quality of care to the communities we serve.
We are leaders in health care and strive to provide patients across the region with convenient access to expert medical care, leading-edge technologies and world-class facilities.
In addition to strong clinical care, we are also committed to research, education and community growth.
We engage in medical research to not only discover innovative ways to provide care, but also cures for common diseases.
We continuously seek new ways to achieve our vision of improving the human condition here in your community, across the region and around the world.
The entire team at Sanford Health recognizes the value of healthy families and communities.
We continue to gain momentum and expand our reach. Together, we can make a positive difference now, and in the future.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application,
please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

City: Fargo

State: ND

Job Function: Facilities and General Services

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Varies

Req Number: WD10458