Linen Aide

Job description

Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Come join the Environmental Services team at Saint Mary's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.
Schedule : 16 Hours/per week- Day Shift
Position Purpose:
According to established policies and procedures performs a variety of duties related to receiving, sorting and replacing par levels of linen on carts. Delivers carts containing linens to various Medical Center areas. Picks up soiled linen to be sent out for reprocessing.
What you will do:
• Sorts all incoming clean linen and sets up par stocking on all carts for all.
• Delivers hand pushed carts containing clean linen to various Medical Center areas according to established delivery schedules or upon request.
• Retrieves previously delivered carts and returns to Linen Room with unused linens or garments.
• Collects soiled linen bags from designated areas and delivers to the Soiled Linen Room or puts bags down the linen chute, using hand pushed carts and weighs carts and records weights before sending soiled linen out for reprocessing.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
• Requires working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle pulls.
• Requires handling of hot liquids, toxic or flammable chemicals, or contaminated materials, which requires caution and use of established safety guidelines and equipment.
• May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at times such as masks, eye protection, ear protection, gloves and gowns.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend basic written instructions in English. Must also be able to comprehend verbal instructions and speak/reply in English.
• Work requires the analytical ability to add and subtract numbers and make comparisons between numbers and letters.
• Work requires lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a daily basis. Work requires the ability to push and pull objects up to 300 pounds on a daily basis.
• Work requires standing and walking. Work requires pushing or pulling supply carts on an hourly basis.
• Work requires ability to reach and grasp objects.

Compensation and Benefits:
At Trinity Health Of New England , we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.
Pay Range: $17.00-$21.80 per hour
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information
Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.