Linen Worker (BCH Needham)

Position SummaryThe Linen Worker acts as a laundry attendant ensures that linens towels and other fabrics are cleaned sanitized and ready for filled bins of clean linensBe cognizant of inventory for linen items on linen exchange carts stationary linen carts shelves and the quantities of linen linen items in the cart shelf or closet and ensure the cleanliness of the linen filled linen carts to designated distribution locations throughout the with hospital staffCollect soiled linen from the laundry chute for return to the daily delivery of bulk and act on safety practices yourself the patients and your of all incidents following company policiesAny other duties assigned explicitly by a supervisor or managerA linen worker must follow safety protocols and guidelines including using protective equipment such as gloves and masks handling chemicals properly and ensuring the safe usage of laundry equipment for its intended purpose.A linen worker may fulfill customer requests for additional linens towels or other fabrics. They must also be able to address any concerns or complaints related to laundry of Experience: Entry LevelLanguage Skills: Proficient in English both verbally and writtenRequirements:Be able to walk throughout the to lift a minimum of 50 poundsAbility to stand for a long time stooping and bending at the waistLift linens and supplies that weigh up to 50 lb. to a height of 5 and pull wheeled linen bins and carts weighing more than 600 and using simple arithmeticBe willing to encounter infectious medical waste (i.e. feces vomit blood) while wearing appropriate protective at least 18 years of able and willing to smile during every customer uniform standards while around the able to pass a criminal background check.#VPNEhealth