Housekeeping Aid_

Claremore

Summary This position is located in the Housekeeping Department at the Claremore Indian Hospital within the Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Services. This department is responsible for all housekeeping functions generated from activity within the hospital and clinics. Housekeeping is called to clean biohazardous spills occurring inside/outside the hospital. Flexibility with duties will be necessary as needs arise. Performs a full range of housekeeping/custodial cleaning duties. Responsibilities Cleans and sanitizes floor surfaces (patient rooms, in and out patient areas, Emergency Department, restrooms, hallways) throughout specified hospital/clinic area by use of chemicals, microfiber mops, machines (floor machines, vacuums). Strips and waxes and also buffs hard floor surfaces, (such as vinyl tiling and all types of flooring) on a scheduled basis by using the floor scrubbing and buffing machines. Collects all general waste from waste receptacles throughout specified hospital, clinics, and office areas, including infectious wastes. These waste and bio material are stored in the appropriate area outside the hospital complex for pick-up by contracted refuse hauling services. Practices all safety, infection control, and security regulations that are applicable at the facility and are in accordance with the Housekeeping Policy and Procedures. This includes choosing appropriate PPE for the task, following the manufacturer's instructions for use of chemicals and cleaning from clean to dirty areas in a sensible fashion, changing PPE as needed. Operates, cleans maintains, and stores all power equipment and associated materials in the proper manner. Reports defective floor cleaning equipment and supplies to the supervisor or shift leader. Requirements Conditions of Employment Selectee may be subject to a probationary/trial period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required. Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities. COVID-19 vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. Physical effort: Moving heavy hospital furniture, equipment, patients, climbing ladders and materials. Stooping, stretching, bending, crawling and kneeling are frequently required to complete housekeeping work. Subject to lifting 50 pounds plus on occasional basis. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process. Qualifications This position is being re-advertised in order to solicit additional application. Applicants who previously applied, need not to reapply unless they would like to update their application. To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: You must be able to perform the following duties without more than normal supervision (Screen Out).Your resume must demonstrate your knowledge, skills and abilities in performing the following types of tasks: WG-3: Follow oral or written instructions and/or work orders; perform janitorial/custodial, and grounds maintenance duties, including mopping, waxing, and polishing floors; cleaning walls, ceilings, room partitions and polishing fixtures; emptying trash receptacles. Cleanup spills, debris, and litter from common areas; and remove soiled and/ or contaminated items following strict procedures to prevent cross contamination. You may need to lift and move heavy objects weighing over 50 pounds. You may need to stand for prolonged periods on concrete floors. You may need to bend, stoop, walk, stand and climb. Subject to exposure to infectious diseases in the clinic, danger of falling off stepladders when cleaning high areas, hanging drapery or curtains. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Education There are no education requirements. Additional Information Per IHS policy (SGM 21-04) IHS selectees to positions located in Federally operated hospitals, health centers, and clinics must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before entry on duty or have IHS approve a medical or religious exemption. If an exemption is approved then wearing a face mask and regular testing for COVID-19 will be required. Your Human Resources Specialist will provide a list of documents acceptable as vaccination proof and instructions on how to submit your vaccination documentation or how to request a medical or religious exemption, if needed. Additional selection(s) of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued for this announcement. This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.