Clinic Cleaner (Day Shift)

You'll keep a private hospital in Randburg safe for patients by cleaning the way infection control demands. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The site is in Randburg; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Mop spills of blood or fluids using the spill kit
• Handle and bag medical waste in the right coloured bins
• Clean patient rooms using colour-coded cloths and mops for each area
• Move patients' belongings and equipment when rooms change
• Fill in cleaning logs so infection control can audit the ward

• Matric or Grade 11
• Able to work shifts including weekends and night duty
• Respectful and discreet around patients
• Up to date with vaccinations the hospital requires, such as hepatitis B
• Not squeamish about blood, vomit or medical waste
• Calm under pressure in busy wards

• An infection prevention and control short course
• Previous hospital or clinic cleaning experience

• Shift allowances for nights and Sundays
• Meal on shift at the staff canteen
• On-the-job infection control training

• In the interview, explain how you clean an isolation room step by step. It is a common question and a quick way to stand out.
• Mention any hospital, clinic or old-age home work first, even if it was short. Healthcare recruiters shortlist people who know ward routines.