Laundry/Decontam/Process Tech
Bergan Mercy Medical Center
Bergan Mercy Medical Center
Laundry Bergan Mercy Medical Center
Work in Omaha, Nebraska
40.0 hours per week
Equal Opportunity Employer
Notice: Please reference code 31754 when desiring to apply for this position on Alegent.com.
Laundry/Decontam/Process Tech
Position Description
World Class. It is easy to distinguish. World Class employees are responsive, compassionate, and innovative. They prioritize dignity and respect, never settling for average care, insisting on excellence both of themselves and team members. At Alegent Health, this is our promise to our employees and our community.
Alegent Health values individual contributions, creative ideas, and innovation our employees are why we have the highest quality scores in the Nation. We are committed to serving our community by providing faith-based health services with five hospitals and several clinics across the Region.
Our commitment to our patients and their families is high, but the return on that commitment is even higher. We are committed to our employees by ensuring we hire only World Class talent who also believe in enriching the lives of those we serve. If this sounds like you - apply today and join the Alegent team!
Laundry Decontam and Process Technician
Regulates the workflow and processing linen.
Picks up and transports soiled linen from the towers, special areas, and to the sorting area, maneuvering carts in the most expedient and safe manner. Sorts soiled linen according to classifications and using prescribed techniques. Removes foreign objects from soiled linen and disposes of according to established procedures, handling lost and found items in the assigned method. Hoists soiled linen to proper location on monorail.
Distributes clean linen, either on foot or utilizing electric mule as the case may be, throughout the hospital , returning exchange carts and baskets of unused linen to the loading area. Assists with loading linen, linen exchange carts, or filling special orders as needed. Assists with area cleaning or preparation tasks.
Fills linen orders accurately and maintains complete and accurate records of all orders going out and linen being returned to laundry. Coordinates with laundry supervisor as to the need for various linen items throughout the day to assure that all linen orders are filled an delivered. Evaluates finished linen for stains, tears and quality, to remove unacceptable linens. Places unsuitable linen in designated baskets for mending or rewash. Assists porter delivering special orders if workload demands.
Operates the batch console, wash or extractors, and tumblers to ensure protection of linens and equipment.
Experience
Position requires six months to one year of linen/decontam management, preferably in a health care environment.
Education/Licensure
Position prefers a High School Degree or equivalent.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Must possess knowledge of decontamination and linen processing; ability to utilize computer processing in day to day activities; ability to provide day to day work direction, orientation and training to other staff members; strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards; strong project management skills; good communication skills; good strategic planning skills; strong change management skills; must demonstrate personal traits of a high level of motivation; team orientation; professionalism; trust; and place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.
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Linen Tech
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Laundry/Decontam/Process Tech
This position has been listed under the following classifications:
Health Care Service Support
Laundry Attendant
Posted 2008/09/24