Custodian

Summary

The Clinic Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and orderly environment throughout the health clinic and surrounding facilities. This position supports the daily operations of the clinic by performing custodial and housekeeping duties to ensure a professional and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors while maintaining infection prevention and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize clinic exam rooms, offices, restrooms, waiting areas, kitchen areas, common areas, clinic equipment, clinic vehicles, and surrounding grounds.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties including sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing, vacuuming, dusting, trash removal, window cleaning, and disinfecting surfaces.
• Clean and disinfect countertops, doors, walls, exam tables, chairs, vents, ceilings, lamps, light fixtures, and other clinic furnishings and equipment.
• Collect and properly dispose of trash, biohazard materials, and soiled linens in accordance with clinic procedures.
• Maintain cleaning supplies, custodial equipment, and inventory to ensure adequate supplies are available.
• Follow clinic housekeeping, infection prevention, safety, and sanitation procedures at all times.
• Assist with maintaining clinic grounds and outdoor areas in a clean and presentable condition.
• Transport clinic vehicles for routine maintenance and servicing as assigned.
• Assist clinic staff with general support duties as needed.
• Maintain professionalism and positive working relationships with patients, visitors, staff, and community members.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and clinic information in accordance with HIPAA and clinic policies.
• Report maintenance, safety, or repair concerns to appropriate staff or supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of custodial practices, cleaning procedures, and sanitation standards.
• Knowledge of safe handling and proper use of cleaning chemicals, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and a positive attitude in the workplace.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients, and the public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information.
• Ability to perform physical labor includes lifting, bending, standing, pushing, and carrying materials or equipment.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Skilled in the operation and care of custodial tools, equipment, and cleaning supplies.
• Ability to work independently and maintain reliable attendance.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and maturity in performing work assignments.
• Ability to wear designated uniforms or protective clothing as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least one (1) year of experience performing housekeeping, janitorial, custodial, or environmental services duties in a healthcare facility, commercial setting, or similar environment preferred.
• Must possess a valid Nevada Driver’s License required.
• Must be insurable under the Tribe’s insurance carrier.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening
• Must successfully pass a background check.