About this role
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Summary
Transfers wet linens to dryers and sets dryer on correct temperature for linens being dried. Delivers clean linens to linen room and/or residents' rooms in the appropriate time frame allotted. Checks resident articles for proper identification and marks personal items as necessary. Sorts personal items according to resident room; delivers and puts away residents' personal items in a timely manner. Maintains resident list with proper names and room numbers to ensure proper delivery of personal items in a timely manner. Maintains cleanliness of laundry room, carts, and assigned area, meeting minimum safety/cleanliness standards 100% of the time. Immediately reports equipment malfunctions to department manager and/or supervisor. Crossed trained to perform the essential functions of the washing machine operator position. May be assigned other duties as appropriate.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Six months experience in an institutional laundry preferred
- Ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to operate commercial laundry equipment
- Good manual dexterity and motor skills
- Basic math skills
- Mechanically inclined
- Must be able to lift 10-70lbs and push/pull heavy carts
- Ability to stoop, bend, walk and stand for extended periods of time
- Exposed to noise, heat and humid conditions
Other facts
About Bethesda Health Group
At Bethesda we are dedicated to meeting the needs of St. Louis seniors and their families by providing premier senior care and services for 130 years.
Our vision of successful aging is fostered through compassion and innovation. We are proud of our reputation as an organization committed to achieving great success for our residents and their families - a reputation that is allowing us to expand our ability to serve by developing partnerships with some of the finest healthcare institutions in the St. Louis area.
What you'll do
- The Laundry Aide is responsible for transferring wet linens to dryers, delivering clean linens to appropriate locations, and maintaining cleanliness in the laundry area. They also check resident articles for identification and sort personal items for timely delivery.
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