Laundry Attendant

Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:Responsible for the complete upkeep and smooth functioning of the laundry department. The laundry attendant should possess knowledge of all equipment and how it operates. The position also works closely with Housekeeping and Patient Care Assistants to ensure proper inventory levels are supplied to the floors in a timely and efficient manner. Person-and family-centered care (PFCC) Person-and family-centered care (PFCC) is an approach to care that recognizes the importance of family in a patient’s life and the importance of their active involvement in planning and making decisions on health care, services and treatment, and health system reform. This approach to care provides respectful, compassionate, culturally safe, and responsive care that meets the needs, values, beliefs, and preferences of the patient, their family, and others identified as significant to their life from diverse backgrounds and settings. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Formulates washing formula for stained and soiled loads of patients personal and all other laundry . linensSorts dirty patient clothes and linen by product type. Ensures the washing of clothing and linen is up to standard before placing into inventory. Communicates any maintenance and upkeep issues to appropriate person relating to all laundry equipment. Suggests methods for increasing laundry efficiency. Organizes and sorts patients’ clothes and linen in such a way that it is sorted by type, loaded on carts or placed in bags and returned to patient room or put up neatly on the linen storage racks. Main duties include folding clothing and linen and terry cloth items in a neat pristine fashion Works in a fast paced environment with time constraints and timing deadlines related to production standards and requirements. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends and holidays. Must demonstrate a positive attitude with an outgoing and friendly personality towards all clients and staff Multitasking with clothing and linen in numerous machines running at the same time with different products Ensures that the proper amount of linen is ready and available to disperse to the client floors. Shortages of linen in the housekeeping storage areas should not exist. Job QualificationKEY QUALIFICATIONS: Education: A secondary school diploma is preferred Physical: Requires standing for long periods of time and lift and carry up to 40 pound. While performingthe duties of this job, it may be also required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Experience: Previous laundry or dry cleaning experience desired, preferably in a clinical or facility setting. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Physical mobility and stamina required Ability to follow instruction Detail-oriented, Professional attitude is required Ability to work independently. Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations in an objective consistent format Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform and prioritize Ability to tolerate patients with medical or behavioral issues; able to take directions from numerous individuals on a given shift Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.  “At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.”  Bayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.