Housekeeping - Veterinary Job at Eastern Shore Animal Hospital, Painter, VA

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  • Eastern Shore Animal Hospital
  • Painter, VA

Job Description

Hospital Housekeeping Attendant

Position Overview

We are looking for a dependable and hardworking Hospital Housekeeping Attendant to help maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary veterinary facility. This position plays a critical role in supporting patient care by ensuring all areas of the hospital meet cleanliness and safety standards. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, takes pride in creating a welcoming environment, and understands the importance of infection prevention in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in custodial services, housekeeping, environmental services, or a healthcare/veterinary environment is preferred.

  • Familiarity with cleaning products, disinfectants, and safe handling procedures.

  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, reaching, walking, and standing for extended periods.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with a team.

  • Understanding of sanitation practices and infection prevention measures.

  • Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and compassion toward both people and animals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Clean and disinfect patient care areas, exam rooms, treatment spaces, kennels, surgical areas, offices, and public spaces on a daily basis.

  • Follow hospital protocols for disinfecting equipment, surfaces, and non-sterile instruments.

  • Maintain floors and common areas through sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting.

  • Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash and other waste materials in accordance with safety guidelines.

  • Monitor inventory levels of cleaning supplies and personal protective equipment, replenishing as needed.

  • Wash, dry, and organize hospital laundry, including towels, blankets, bedding, and other linens.

  • Identify and communicate facility maintenance concerns, safety risks, or equipment issues to management.

  • Assist with stocking, organizing, and maintaining supply storage areas.

  • Adhere to all workplace safety, biosecurity, and infection control procedures.

  • Support the veterinary team by helping maintain a clean, professional, and welcoming environment for clients, patients, and staff.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching.

  • Ability to work around cleaning chemicals, animals, and hospital equipment safely.

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