Operations Manager - Healthcare Housekeeping - Richmond, VA

ARAMARK Healthcare is seeking an Operations Manager for an 800 bed healthcare facility in Richmond, VA.  Reporting to the Director of Housekeeping, the Operations Manager will be responsible for the planning, organizing, and developing of the operation of the housekeeping department.

Responsibilities Include:
*Manage the Environmental Services Program within the healthcare facility to maintain the highest possible standards, good public relations with all people concerns.
*Manage the hiring, evaluation and disciplining of housekeeping employees on specified shift; prepare work schedules and maintain adequate staffing.
*Inspect cleanliness of facility, sanitation and infection control; take corrective action where necessary.
*Provide supportive leadership; a feeling of complete trust, security, and satisfaction through demonstrations of competence and willingness to serve.
*All departmental spaces to include housekeeping supply and administrative spaces are to be kept in accordance with the ARAMARK and the facility standards of cleanliness and appearance; all equipment clean, labeled and kept in good repair.
*Develop a stable, competent work force and encourage personal growth of all personnel through periodic evaluation and review.




Requirements:
*Bachelors Degree preferred.
*Minimum three to five years experience in housekeeping within a healthcare/hospital environment.
*Will be skilled in directing and motivating the staff; have knowledge of infection control techniques.
*Provide effective oral and written communication skills, having the ability to work well with others at all levels.
*Full knowledge of pertinent regulatory agencies and the policies, codes, standards, and regulations that applies to the clinical equipment in their area.
*Must have detailed organization and prioritizing skills with the ability to train; teach, show and follow-up on all assignments, when necessary.
*Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
*Can interpret and follow technical instructions and complete assignments timely; showing a sense of urgency.
*Ability to work evening shift is required.

ARAMARK offers competitive Salary and Benefits:

*Competitive salary (depending on experience)
*Major Medical / Dental / Vision.
*401(k) Plan and Pension Plan.
*Recognition / award programs.
*Tuition assistance, employee referral program and so much more!

We are an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer providing a Drug Free Workplace, encouraging diversity. We require that all ARAMARK Healthcare employees have a completed background check and drug screen on file. To learn more about ARAMARK Healthcare, visit