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Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA) Identity verifiedGovernment agency · verified employer · 4 open roles

Hospital Attendant (HSC/HS 1) - Housekeeping

SalaryNot givenThe notice gives no figure
WhereBlack RiverBlack River Hospital, 45 High Street, Black River, St. Elizabeth
SectorHealthcare
What to sendNot namedSend your resume, and any certificate it mentions.
10 days leftCloses Thu 29 Oct

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About the role

Under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Hospital Attendant, the incumbent is primarily responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness of the Hospital.

HOSPITAL ATTENDANT – (HSC/HS 1) Housekeeping (Salary range $990,843 - $1,177,801 per annum and any allowance (s) attached to the post)

From the employer’s notice, as advertised.

What you’ll do

  • Sweeps, polishes and wipes of all floor spaces. Maintains such in an acceptable condition during
  • Carries out daily dusting of all furniture.
  • Polishes all furniture at least once per month or more, as is deemed necessary.
  • Cobwebs all rooms, verandahs and open spaces.
  • Cleans and maintains bathrooms during clinic hours, ensuring that there is no overflow of waste on
  • Cleans windows which can be conveniently reached from the floor.
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  • Takes care of potted plants inside the Hospital.
  • Cleans shelves and cupboards once per month or as often as required.
  • Washes and irons of linen used at the hospital, which includes sheets, towels, staff gowns.
  • Cleaning of instruments used by health personnel as directed.
  • Assists with ushering of patients to various service delivery areas within the health facility.
  • Assists in maintaining order in the waiting areas.
  • Assists nursing/medical personnel during clinics or as required.
  • Responsible for maintenance and storage of all gowns, linen, etc for the hospital.
  • Prepares the hospital in time for daily sessions, such as the provision and laying out of bed linen
  • Displays appropriate safety signs when cleaning to avoid injury to staff and patients.
  • Deep cleans of the hospital once per month or as directed by Supervisor.
  • Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor

What they’re asking for

Qualifications and Experience

  • School Leaving Certificate (Secondary Education)
  • Completion of any certified training in Housekeeping/Public Area Hygiene Attendant.
  • At least 2 CSEC subjects, would be a definite asset
  • At least one (01) year experience within the hospital environment or service industry

Specific Knowledge & Skills

  • Physical Fitness
  • Ability to work effectively in a team
  • Ability to respect patient confidentiality
  • Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral format
  • Good time management skills

Good to know

safely manoeuvre patients, wheelchairs, trolleys and other equipment.

protective gears maybe required in some instances.

hours if the need arises.

  • Physically demanding environment, which requires the skills and ability to do hea vy lifting, and
  • Possible exposure to bodily fluids, exposure to body fluids and soiled utility, therefore use of
  • Duties and assignments are on a shift basis, and the incumbent, may be required to work extended
More from the employer’s posting

Applications along with resume should be sent no later than October 29, 2026 to

The Senior Human Resource Officer Actg. Black River Hospital 45 High Street, Black River, St. Elizabeth Tell: (876) 317-9542

E-Mail – brhjobs00@gmail.com

Applying**

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

Southern Regional Health Authority Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Efficiency 3 Brumalia Road, Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica WI Tel: (876) 625-0612-3 / 962-9491 / 962-8232 Website: www.srha.gov.jm The So uthern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness responsible for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the Parishes of Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth, invites applications fr om suitably qualified persons for the

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What you need to send

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