Cleaner, Environmental Services - Toronto, Canada - North York General Hospital

North York General Hospital

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Company Bio
IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do.

We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation.

North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first
- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.
Position Summary
Cleaner, Environmental Services

Your goal in this position is to perform general housekeeping activities within the established guidelines for health and safety, infection control and quality management.

You're able to work independently and as a team, you communicate effectively with colleagues, staff and residents, and provide excellent customer service.

This position supports the Hospital's academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation.

This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.

On a practical level, you will

Work safely in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Ministry of Environment Regulation 309 (Biomedical Waste), and other work related regulations

Have a good understanding of chemical and equipment use, including vacuum cleaners, auto scrubbers, and carpet extractors

Have the ability to read, write English and follow written instructions

Be able to walk, stand, reach, kneel and lift weights up to 30 lbs. and push carts on wheels

Dust, sweep and damp mops floors

Collect garbage and handle waste

Replenish supplies

Strip, disinfect and make discharged beds ready for new admissions

Move furniture

Wax, strip floors/heavy cleaning, isolation, etc.

Clean patient and clinical areas, including carpet and chair wash, etc.

Set-up including opening and closing the walls, moving chairs and tables

Qualifications:

Grade XII diploma or equivalent

Certified in Health and Safety - preferred

Previous cleaning experience with micro fiber system

Ability to read, write English and follow written instructions

Ability to communicate with residents and staff

Good understanding of chemical and equipment use, including vacuum cleaners, auto scrubbers, and carpet extractors

Ability to work independently or as a team

Strong customer service skills

Bilingualism in French/English an Asset
What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada's leading hospitals.

This is a Part Time Regular position, with 4 & 8 hours shifts, Evening shifts including weekends in the Environmental Services Department.

We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY:

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.

How to Apply

Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:
Closing Statement

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities.

North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.