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At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Porter Location Cleveland Facility Lutheran Hospital Department Lutheran Operations Admin-Lutheran Hospital Job Code I0000W Shift Days Schedule 6:30am-3:00pm Job Summary The Porter in Housekeeping is responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance of assigned areas which may include both public and patient areas. This assignment may include but is not limited to such projects as: room sweep-up, movement of furniture, washing walls, vents and lights. A major emphasis for this position is placed on floor care for both carpeted and resilient floors. These tasks shall be carried out in accordance with standard procedures of the Environmental Services department. Job Details Responsibilities: Performs cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and prescribed methods. Complete work assignments received at the beginning of each shift by the Supervisor. Empties and relines wastebaskets with clean liners. The inside and outside of the wastebaskets must be cleaned prior to relining. (When necessary, tie bag around container to prevent bag from collapsing into wastebasket). Transports trash from utility rooms and collections pints to compactor chute or San-I-Pak. Uses designated cart to transport rubbish to waste stations. Performs high/low dusting in assigned areas. Responsible for washing ceilings, walls, lights, windows, vents, etc. Using a damp cloth, wipe horizontal surfaces with a germicidal solution. Dry/Dust mops floors. Using a wet mop, cleans resilient floors utilizing germicidal solution. Maintains resilient floors utilizing high-speed buffers, floor scrubbers, and rotary machines. Vacuums carpet where applicable. Performs carpet maintenance by vacuuming, bonnet care and extraction. Cleans and polishes all metal porcelain fixtures. Responsible for meeting room set ups, special functions and furniture relocations. Replenishes room supplies in assigned areas. Assists in cleaning of emergency situations that are observed or as requested, even if not in assigned area. Observes and reports the needs for repairs to hospital equipment, furniture, building and fixtures to supervisor. Understands proper usage of chemicals, dilution and usage. Always measure chemicals, does not pour. If uncertain, always consult supervisor. Participates in all in-service training sessions as scheduled. Employee is required to attend all department in-services and hospital in-services as assigned. Understands Lutheran Hospital's policies and procedures so that adherence is maintained. Be familiar with Employee Handbook. Accepts assignments by supervisor. Employee is expected to carry out assignments as given to you by your supervisor. Performs any other task as assigned. Supervisor will assign method and procedure for other related tasks. Provides coverage for Laundry workers on an "as needed" basis. Other duties as assigned. NOTE: The above stated duties are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description of duties is not intended to be inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar or level of responsibility. Education: High School or GED preferred. Certifications: None required. Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. CCHS Organization-Wide Competency Assessment Requirements: All employees are expected to meet the standards of performance outlined in the Organization-Wide Competencies listed below as applied to the position. Customer Service Orientation includes attitude, behavior, interpersonal skill, and problem solving that enable an employee to respond to internal and external customer needs and expectations in a positive manner. Adaptability includes teamwork, flexibility needed to fulfill job responsibilities. adapting to changes to work environment and accepting supervisory feedback. Efficiency and Effectiveness includes quantity and quality of desired work, as well as organization skills necessary to perform successfully. Essential Job Requirements includes adherence to all relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines affecting the work environment, as well as maintenance of required competencies and communication skills. Managerial Responsibilities (if applicable) includes overall accountability for assigned work group relative to operational goals, personnel requirements, and budgetary constraints. As an organization, all employees with patient contact are expected to demonstrate competencies, specific to their job duties, for the following patient population categories: Elderly, Children, Cardiac, Neuro, Surgical, Impaired (Hearing/Visual), Cultural Age. Work Experience: None required. Physical Requirements: Performance of job duties requires standing, stooping, bending and walking for a duration of an eight hour shift. Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future. What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries. For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.