Laundry Officer job at C-Care

Job Summary

To ensure the effective collection, cleaning, sanitization, processing, storage, and distribution of hospital linen, patient garments, staff uniforms, and other hospital textiles while adhering to infection prevention and control standards. The Laundry Officer plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, hygienic, and comfortable healthcare environment for patients.

Job Details

Collect, sort, count, and record soiled linen and garments from hospital departments.

Operate washing machines, dryers, ironing equipment, and other laundry machinery safely and efficiently.

Wash, dry, iron, fold, and package hospital linen according to established procedures and infection control guidelines.

Segregate contaminated and non-contaminated linen in accordance with hospital infection prevention protocols.

Distribute clean linen, patient wear, and staff uniforms to the respective departments in a timely manner.

Monitor linen inventory levels and report shortages, damages, or losses.

Inspect linen for stains, wear, and tear and recommend repair or replacement where necessary.

Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the laundry area and equipment.

Ensure proper use and storage of detergents, disinfectants, and other laundry chemicals.

Keep accurate records of laundry volumes, supplies used, and equipment maintenance requirements.

Report equipment faults and coordinate repairs with the maintenance team.

Comply with hospital policies, occupational health and safety standards, and infection prevention and control procedures at all times.

Requirements

Diploma or certificate in a relevant field.

Certificate in Housekeeping, Laundry Operations, Hospitality Management, or a related field is an added advantage.

At least 1–2 years of experience in laundry operations, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting.

Experience operating industrial laundry equipment is an added advantage.

About Company

C-Care is a leading provider of medical care in Mauritius, Uganda, and Madagascar. From our world-class facilities to our cutting-edge treatments, we strive for excellence and compassion in everything we do at C-Care, from the care we provide to the way we treat our patients and their families. We employ only the most qualified medical staff, use the latest technology and equipment, and follow strict standards of safety and cleanliness.

• Collect, sort, count, and record soiled linen and garments from hospital departments.
• Operate washing machines, dryers, ironing equipment, and other laundry machinery safely and efficiently.
• Wash, dry, iron, fold, and package hospital linen according to established procedures and infection control guidelines.
• Segregate contaminated and non-contaminated linen in accordance with hospital infection prevention protocols.
• Distribute clean linen, patient wear, and staff uniforms to the respective departments in a timely manner.
• Monitor linen inventory levels and report shortages, damages, or losses.
• Inspect linen for stains, wear, and tear and recommend repair or replacement where necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the laundry area and equipment.
• Ensure proper use and storage of detergents, disinfectants, and other laundry chemicals.
• Keep accurate records of laundry volumes, supplies used, and equipment maintenance requirements.
• Report equipment faults and coordinate repairs with the maintenance team.
• Comply with hospital policies, occupational health and safety standards, and infection prevention and control procedures at all times.

• Diploma or certificate in a relevant field.
• Certificate in Housekeeping, Laundry Operations, Hospitality Management, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Experience operating industrial laundry equipment is an added advantage.