Laundry Associate

Department: Laundry Services

Location: Facility Level – Optalis Health & Rehabilitation

Reports To: Director of Laundry Services

FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

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Position Summary:

The Laundry Assistant processes, cleans, folds, and delivers facility and resident laundry in compliance with infection control standards, ensuring sufficient and clean supplies for resident comfort and dignity.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain separation of soiled and clean laundry per infection control policies.
• Operate washers and dryers according to facility procedures and manufacturer instructions.
• Handle residents' personal laundry with care, ensuring proper return to owners.
• Stock linen carts and closets, maintaining organization and accessibility.
• Assist in preparation for surveys and inspections.
• Report equipment issues and safety concerns promptly to supervisor.

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Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of infection control and universal precautions.
• Ability to operate laundry equipment safely and efficiently.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Interpersonal abilities for interacting with residents and staff.

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Required:

• Functional literacy and ability to follow instructions.

Preferred:

• Laundry experience in healthcare or hospitality environment.

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Physical & Work Requirements

• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift 5–40 lbs and push carts up to 300 lbs with assistance.
• Exposure to heat, humidity, and odors in laundry areas.

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Personal Attributes:

• Dependability
• Respect for residents
• Adaptability
• Team-oriented

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This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.