Housekeeping Worker-Environmental Services-Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr-Newark-NJ

RWJBarnabas Health is a leading academic health system in New Jersey dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care through compassionate and equitable means. Recognized as a premier health care destination, RWJBarnabas Health integrates innovative medical strategies, education, and research to advance wellness and health outcomes across diverse communities in the state. With a robust network of hospitals and specialized services, including the Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, this health system prioritizes both clinical excellence and addressing social determinants of health, designing tailored approaches to meet the evolving medical and social needs of New Jersey residents. The organization emphasizes the importance of building healthier communities through ongoing patient care, community education, and accessible career opportunities for healthcare professionals. RWJBarnabas Health boasts a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and employee wellness programs aimed at supporting the physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing of its workforce. The Housekeeping Worker position at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center falls under the Environmental Services Department and is a vital frontline role that ensures patient and clinical areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. This hourly role offers a competitive wage of $19.98 per hour and operates on a day shift schedule from 7 AM to 3 PM. As a Housekeeping Worker, you will be responsible for cleaning and supplying patient rooms, nursing stations, and ancillary areas in accordance with the Medical Center’s standards and departmental procedures. This entails a variety of duties such as cleaning floors, carpets, and high-touch surfaces; collecting and disposing of waste including regulated medical waste; maintaining housekeeping closets and supplies; and performing patient discharge cleaning using a defined 7-step procedure to ensure infection control and patient safety. This role not only helps create a clean and comfortable environment for patients and staff but also plays an important part in supporting the Medical Center’s operational objectives by maintaining clinical areas in a patient-ready state at all times. Attention to detail is critical, as housekeepers must monitor material supplies like paper towels, toilet paper, soaps, and ensure disposables like toilet seat bands and privacy curtains are correctly placed in patient rooms. The Housekeeping Worker must also be proactive in identifying equipment or building maintenance needs and reporting them promptly. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected healthcare organization committed to employee development, diversity, and creating a supportive work environment. Prior experience in hospital housekeeping is preferred but not required, and successful completion of general and department-specific orientation is mandatory for incumbents. If you seek a fulfilling role where you can make a meaningful difference in healthcare, RWJBarnabas Health welcomes your application to become part of their Environmental Services team.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• ability to follow detailed cleaning procedures
• physically able to perform cleaning duties including lifting and bending
• ability to work a day shift from 7 AM to 3 PM
• strong attention to detail
• effective communication skills
• commitment to workplace safety and infection control protocols