Laundry Attendant Tends laundering machines to clean sheets, blankets, pillow coverings, and personal articles of patients. Loads articles in washer and adds specified amount of detergent or other cleaning agents. Lifts clean, wet articles from washer and places them successively into wringer and dryer for measured time cycles. Sorts dry articles according to identification numbers or type. Folds and places items in appropriate storage bin. Folds and sorts laundry (blankets, sheets, towels etc.) and personal clothing items Hangs clothes on racks according to name and numbers. Delivers patient/resident's laundry to designated areas Ensures that patients/residents clothes are ready to wear, not in disrepair and put in proper place Understands functions of various soaps and bleaches Follows precautions as stated on MSDS for all chemicals used Washes and dries clothes and linens Keeps equipment clean and follows cleaning schedules Maintains a clean and organized area; sweeps and mops laundry area Reports any needed repairs to maintenance department Operates large filters according to established schedules Ensures proper handling of soiled laundry items Cleans and disinfects linen carts as required per policy and procedure Empties washers and dryers as requested/necessary Operates water, gas, and electric cutoff switches and valves Understands the proper process for stain removal High School Degree preferred. On-the-job training provided Previous experience in healthcare laundering processes Family Makes Us Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference. We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth! As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For Florida Job Postings Only: For more information regarding Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com
