Incumbent of this position performs routine and specialized tasks in completing sanitation duties in critical care areas such as the Cardiac Care Unit (CCU), Intensive Care Units (MICU & SICU). Step-down Unit or Operating Rooms; as assigned.

Duties

Duties include and are not limited to: Must have knowledge in these skills: Knowledge of waste removal, dusting, polishing, dust-mopping, clamp mopping: cleaning of urinals. sinks, commodes; restocking supplies such as towels or tissues, cleaning equipment used. performing periodic maintenance checks, etc.. Isolation cleaning, terminal cleaning, performing aseptic cleaning techniques. etc . Sanitation techniques for maintaining an aseptically clean and aesthetically pleasing environment as well as for the protection and safety of patients. visitors and staff alike Skill with buffers. vacuum cleaners, etc Experience with cleaning agents utilized in cleaning processes to obtain maximum effectiveness of products Conforming to newly accepted methods. procedures or techniques Must be capable are you of accepting supervisory advice from the critical care area nursing supervisor and being tolerant and tactful when coming in contact with others Ability to stoop, bend, walk, do some moderate lifting, climb step­ladders in completing tasks such as mopping dusting, refinishing. etc . Capable are you of reading instructions/directions on cleaning products and machines with minimal supervision knowledge for following all safety regulations and practices Completes routine assignments independently Ability to follow general instructions to perform tasks Completes work timely and in compliance with instruction, with supervisory checks on random basis. Ability to perform routine operator maintenance on equipment. Completing specialized tasks in completing sanitation duties in critical care areas such as the Cardiac Care Unit (CCU), Intensive Care Units (MICU & SICU). Step-down Unit or Operating Rooms; as assigned. Cleaning of the patient discharge unit consists of washing (with a germicidal­ detergent solution): the mattress. springs. and frame of bed (previously stripped of linen by nursing personnel): the bedside stand, overbed table. patient/visitor's side-chair, reading lamp, and other auxiliary items as determined by the Housekeeping Aid Foreman.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligables are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The duties performed require incumbent to stoop, bend, walk, do some moderate lifting, climb step­ladders in completing tasks such as mopping dusting, refinishing. etc .. Work Environment: The incumbent will often be exposed to a tense atmosphere when working in these areas. He/she will be exposed to contaminated areas frequently, skin irritations from the large variety of sanitizers/germacidals used, mechanical or electrical hazards, or other occupational related hazards. Incumbent will be assigned to tours of duty as needed to maintain adequate coverage.

Education

There is no education requirement for this position.

Contacts

• Address Syracuse VA Medical Center 800 Irving Ave Syracuse, NY 13210 US
• Name: Lisa Wood
• Phone: 607-346-2497
• Email: [email protected]