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The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

Operations Manager - Housekeeping Services

Environmental Services (Healthcare)Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeKansas City, KS, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Healthcare, or a related field from an accredited college or university, or four years of experience.
  • At least three years of experience in a supervisory or lead role.
  • Experience with regulatory requirements for sanitation and infection control.
  • Ability to perform the professional, clinical, or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day housekeeping services, including area and room cleaning, floor cleaning, trash removal, pest control, and sharps removal, for an assigned area, location, or function.
  • Implement ongoing employee training and development to maintain quality patient, staff, and visitor satisfaction.
  • Ensure compliance with sanitation and infection-control standards; ensure regulated medical waste is handled, packaged, stored, and disposed of in accordance with federal and state regulations, and maintain required documentation.
  • Hire, onboard, supervise, coach, mentor, train, and manage the performance of housekeeping staff, including direct and indirect staff.
  • Provide leadership to build and sustain a workplace culture consistent with the mission and values of Hospitality Services and the health system.
  • Complete and post staff work schedules to ensure adequate operational coverage, and manage Kronos timecard signoffs.
  • Control costs for supplies, equipment, and labor related to housekeeping operations in the assigned area, location, or function.
  • Implement plans to accomplish service growth objectives, improve patient experience, and advance customer service initiatives.
  • Manage daily housekeeping and custodial operations to achieve operational and service objectives.
  • Evaluate and ensure safe work practices, and inspect assigned patient, public, and private areas to ensure compliance with quality assurance, safety, and Joint Commission guidelines.
  • Partner with clinical and non-clinical management staff to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
  • Assist with projects to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness; recommend improvements involving paint, repairs, furnishings, refurbishing, and equipment relocation.
  • Monitor supply inventory and equipment operation, and recommend new or replacement supplies and equipment.
  • Assist in researching vendors and contractors for suitable, economical sources of materials, supplies, and services.
  • Respond to customer questions and escalations, and provide service recovery when appropriate.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least five years of experience in housekeeping or environmental services.
  • At least two years of experience in a healthcare setting.
  • Certified Health Care Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) certification.

About the Company

The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

The University of Kansas Health System is a non-profit academic medical center with locations in Kansas City, Topeka, Great Bend, and Lawrence. It delivers comprehensive medical services—from primary care to highly specialized treatments—through the largest physician practice in Kansas, covering more than 200 medical specialties. As an academic medical center, it combines patient care with research and education, and it operates the only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center in the area. Care is coordinated across its hospitals, clinics, and affiliated providers, with revenue generated from patient services, research grants, and educational programs. The system distinguishes itself by its large, integrated physician network, broad range of specialties, and its role in research and training, all aimed at improving health outcomes in Kansas and the surrounding region.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Kansas City, KS
Founded
1998

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