Hospital Attendant
Position: Hospital Attendant T (HSC/HS 1)
Salary scale: $990,843 - $1,177,801 per annum
The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness with responsibility for the management and delivery of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is seeking a strong, dynamic, and proactive individuals to fill the position of Hospital Attendant (Housekeeping) at the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital.
Summary
Under the general direction of the Supervisory Hospital Attendant/Hospital Administrator, the Hospital Attendant ensures clean and safe environment for patients and staff through the infection control policy and procedures.
Requirements
- Completed school to grade 9 level
- Valid food handler’s permit
- Two (2) years working independently in a housekeeping role.
Responsibilities
- Check and receive ward on each shift
- Ensure cleaning agents are available in your assigned area
- Mop and sanitize the floor.
- Polish and shine required areas
- Clean general areas
- Clean and monitor lavatories
- Assist with sterilizing soiled linens
- Washing and ironing of bed linens, pantry linens and other linens for facility on a daily basis
- Collect linens from laundry
- Empty of garbage bins and properly disposing of garbage
- Collect cleaning materials/ supplies for the units
- Check inventory and store utensils appropriate
Specific knowledge required
- Knowledge of excellent customer service delivery
- Knowledge of policies and procedures for using specialized chemicals
- Working Knowledge of Infection Control
- Knowledge of organizing and prioritizing work
- Working Knowledge of Health Hazards
Note
Applications along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Thursday, 2025 April 17.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Contact
The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North-East Regional Health Authority
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre, Ocho Rios,
St. Ann.Fax: (876) 795–2747Email: jobs@nerha.gov.jm
Base Salary: Undisclosed