Houseworker, Per Diem

UMass Memorial Health

. Perform standard cleaning procedures throughout hospital areas and buildings .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeWorcester • Massachusetts • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in standard cleaning procedures and the ability to maintain cleanliness in various hospital areas. Capable of following instructions in English and performing tasks efficiently in a healthcare environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Standard Cleaning ProceduresHigh DustingDisinfection TechniquesFloor MaintenanceTrash Transport

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Hard Skills

Cleaning Patient RoomsSpot CleaningMopping FloorsVacuuming CarpetsBurnishing FloorsOperating Automatic Floor MachinesMaking BedsMoving Furniture

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAbility to Follow Instructions

Industry Keywords

Hospital CleaningHealthcare EnvironmentHousekeepingPatient Care Areas

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform standard cleaning procedures throughout hospital areas and buildings
Clean patient rooms, surgery areas, units, nurseries, nursing stations, lounges, isolation areas, emergency room lavatories, bathrooms, stairways, offices, corridors, and apartments
Perform high dusting and spot cleaning of walls, windows, and doors
Disinfect horizontal surfaces, mop floors, vacuum carpets, empty trash, and clean and polish bathroom fixtures
Burnish floors and operate automatic floor machines
Perform checkout cleaning of discharged and transferred units, including making beds
Pick up and transport trash from utility rooms and collection points to the compactor pickup area
Move furniture and set up meeting rooms as necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to read, write and follow simple English instruction
Must be at least 18 years of age
Preferred: 3–6 months experience as a houseworker
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted unless certification, licensure or registration is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Signing bonus may be available, subject to eligibility confirmation during the interview process