Hospital Ward Cleaner

Clean really matters at a frail care centre in Polokwane; here it stops infections spreading. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

The site is in Polokwane; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Wear gowns, masks and gloves as each room requires
• 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
• Do terminal cleans of isolation rooms after a patient is discharged
• Clean theatres between operations to the hospital's turnaround times

• Matric or Grade 11
• Respectful and discreet around patients
• Calm under pressure in busy wards
• Willing to follow strict infection control steps every time
• Up to date with vaccinations the hospital requires, such as hepatitis B

• An infection prevention and control short course
• Experience as a porter or general assistant in healthcare
• Knowledge of healthcare waste handling rules

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

• If you did an infection control course, attach the certificate. It moves you ahead of general cleaners.
• Mention any hospital, clinic or old-age home work first, even if it was short. Healthcare recruiters shortlist people who know ward routines.