Laundry Sorter/Washer - University Health Network, Toronto

The opportunity

University Health Network is hiring for a casual Laundry Sorter/Washer talent pool to perform general and specific duties in accordance with Linen and Laundry Department standards of practice, policies, and procedures. This in-office position operates across the Toronto General Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital sites under the CUPE union.

Requirements

• At minimum completion of high school or recognized equivalent required.
• Ability to successfully complete tow motor training program and obtain license to safely transport linen carts (Toronto General only).
• Less than 3 months practical and related experience and/or less than 1 month on the job training required.
• Ability to be on feet (standing and walking) for long periods of time required.
• Ability to push/pull carts weighing up to 23kgs required.
• Simple mathematical calculations (adding & subtracting) skills required.
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards.
• Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task.
• Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy.
• Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies.
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job: pushing, pulling & maneuver heavy (up to 23kgs) linen cart safely, driving a tow motor.
• May be required to work at multiple areas as well as rotating shifts in emergency situations.
• Casual staff must be available for all shifts (Days, Evenings, Nights) on weekdays, weekends, and stat holidays and are assigned to work in all areas of the department.

Key duties

• Unloading carts of clean linen; loading carts of soiled linen onto the trailers.
• Delivering carts of clean linen to patient units/clinics, loading bags of soiled linen onto carts and transporting carts for return to service provider for laundering.
• Counting previous days unused linen and adjusting the linen orders in accordance with par levels.
• Stocking any special linen requests.
• Washing, drying and folding scrubs, curtains, slings and other washable items in industrial washers and dryers.
• Restock the Scrubex dispensing machines with clean scrubs and remove scrubs for laundering.
• TG Only - transporting carts will require successful completion of a tow motor training course and licensing which is provided by UHN.
• TW Only - restock the alEx linen dispensing machines with clean linens (i.e., sheets, towels) on the patient care units and Emergency Department.
• Following all Infection Prevention and Control procedures including hand washing and isolation procedures.
• Wearing gloves, isolation gowns, masks (surgical and N95), eye protection, and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while carrying out duties as required.
• Cleaning and disinfecting equipment with bleach and other cleaning chemicals in accordance with training and procedures while wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Performing cross-functional duties as assigned and/or required.
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required.

Perks and benefits

Working at University Health Network provides access to a comprehensive range of programs, benefits, and development opportunities designed to support you throughout your career.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks including multiple corporate discounts such as travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, and on-site gyms