Follow facility laundry procedures to operate the laundry department in an efficient, cost-effective manner to safely meet residents' needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

Functions:

• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Follow material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Follow schedules for the laundry department.
• Follow laundry procedures in accordance with facility policy.
• Follow waste disposal procedures in accordance with facility policy.
• Ironing duties as assigned.
• Properly use and care for laundry equipment.
• Adjust water temperature valves to maintain required temperatures.
• Use laundry supplies properly.
• Operate automated laundry solution dispensing system.
• Handle clean and soiled laundry appropriately.
• Identify and report garments or linens in ill repair to supervisor.
• Distribute clothing to residents' rooms in accordance with the theft loss program.
• Identify and report to supervisor any equipment malfunction.
• Identify and report to supervisor areas in poor repair.
• Follow infections control procedures through proper handling, storage, washing and transporting of all garment and linens.
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, timely and professional manner.
• Observe infection control procedures.
• Follow Residents' Rights policies at all times.
• Observe all facility policies and procedures.
• Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner.
• Assume accountability for all data contained in the employees' handbook.
• Perform other related duties as directed by his/her supervisor.
• Come to work in neat, clean attire and consistently present an appropriate professional appearance.
• Come to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality.
• Consistently work cooperatively with residents, residents' representatives, facility staff, physicians, consultants and ancillary service providers.
• Perform other related duties as directed by his/her supervisor./li>

Qualifications:

• Be able to pass OSBI check
• Be able to lift without restrictions
• Be able to squat, bend, and stoop without restrictions
• Be able to be on feet for extended periods of time

Education:

• High school diploma or GED preferred

Certification:

• None

Continuing Education:

• As required by state and facility, including seminars.

Schedule:

• Varies by shift