Wash Handler

The Wash Handler collects soiled laundry, sorts and weighs, washes and dries according to established policies, procedures and instructions for machine operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1.         Receives or collects soiled laundry from various areas of the hospital.  Sorts laundry according to type and condition and weight, and records weight.

 2.         Washes and dries laundry considering isolation, contamination, water levels temperature to 160 degrees. 

3.         Inspects at various stages of processing for cleanliness, advises assistants or recommends changes in washing and rinsing procedures to effect a clean and sanitary wash.

4.         Keep records of total weight of wash processed daily for each hospital department for charging purposes.  Maintains required records and reports.

5.         Observes operation of machines and makes minor adjustments or reports malfunctioning to supervisor.  Assists department personnel in maintaining laundry facilities, equipment and supplies. 

6.         Checks lint collector, cleans or changes bags, cleans lint screen, drains and cleans tank as necessary. 

7.         Attends meetings as required.   Participates in in-service education programs.

8.        Communicates effectively and tactfully with residents/patients recognizing their age, needs, abilities and physical condition.

9.         Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:                  HS Diploma or GED

Experience:                 On-The-Job training

Key Competencies:    Able to work in a team.  Able to follow verbal work instructions.

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