University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital, is seeking dedicated individuals to join their Linen and Laundry Department as Casual Laundry Sorter-Washers. With multiple vacancies across Toronto General Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital, this role plays an essential part in ensuring patient care areas are stocked with clean linens and scrubs, contributing directly to the comfort and safety of patients and staff. If you’re physically capable, detail-oriented, and want to be part of a team that’s building a healthier world, this casual opportunity could be the perfect fit.
About UHN
UHN consists of 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, including Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education, and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada’s top research hospital, UHN is a national and international source for discovery, education, and patient care, with the largest hospital-based research program in the country. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, UHN’s vision is to build a healthier world a vision made possible by the talented and dedicated people who work here. When you join UHN, you become part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.
Position Details
- Position: Casual Laundry Sorter-Washer (Talent Pool)
- Union: CUPE
- Number of Vacancies: Multiple
- Sites: Toronto General Hospital – Toronto Western Hospital
- Department: Linen and Laundry
- Reports to: Supervisor
- Work Model: In-Office
- Hours: Variable as required
- Shifts: Various as required
- Status: Casual
Key Responsibilities
As a Laundry Sorter-Washer, you’ll perform general and specific duties in accordance with Linen & Laundry Department standards of practice, policies, and procedures.
- Unload carts of clean linen and load carts of soiled linen onto trailers.
- Deliver carts of clean linen to patient units and clinics; load bags of soiled linen onto carts and transport carts for return to the service provider for laundering.
- Count previous days’ unused linen and adjust linen orders in accordance with par levels.
- Stock any special linen requests as needed.
- Wash, dry, and fold scrubs, curtains, slings, and other washable items using industrial washers and dryers.
- Restock Scrubex dispensing machines with clean scrubs and remove scrubs for laundering.
- Toronto General Only: Transport carts requiring successful completion of a tow motor training course and licensing (provided by UHN).
- Toronto Western Only: Restock alex linen dispensing machines with clean linens (sheets, towels) on patient care units and in the Emergency Department.
- Follow all Infection Prevention and Control procedures, including hand washing and isolation protocols.
- Wear gloves, isolation gowns, masks (surgical and N95), eye protection, and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
- Clean and disinfect equipment with bleach and other cleaning chemicals in accordance with training and procedures while wearing required PPE.
- Perform cross-functional duties as assigned and-or required.
- Perform other duties consistent with the job classification as assigned.
Qualifications
We’re looking for individuals who are physically capable, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining high standards in a hospital environment.
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum completion of high school or recognized equivalent.
- Ability to be on feet (standing and walking) for long periods of time.
- Ability to push and pull carts weighing up to 23 kg.
- Simple mathematical calculation skills (adding and subtracting).
- Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner, producing high-quality work while meeting deadlines.
- Exercise initiative and good judgment with the ability to multi-task.
- Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy.
- Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN, and/or departmental policies.
- Client service oriented, with the ability to work effectively with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds, and characteristics bring richness to the challenge at hand.
- Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job.
Site-Specific Requirements:
- Toronto General Only: Ability to successfully complete tow motor training program and obtain a license to safely transport linen carts (training provided by UHN).
Experience:
- Less than 3 months of practical and related experience and/or less than 1 month of on-the-job training required.
Physical Demands
- Standing and walking for long periods.
- Pushing and pulling carts weighing up to 23 kg.
- Ability to meet all physical requirements of the position.
Why Join UHN?
- Prestigious Environment: Work at Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute directly to patient care and comfort by ensuring clean linens and scrubs are always available.
- Professional Growth: Be part of a team dedicated to discovery, education, and excellence.
- Inclusive Culture: Join a workplace that values diversity and appreciates the richness that different perspectives bring.
- Comprehensive Training: Receive necessary training, including tow motor certification at Toronto General.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to bring your energy and attention to detail to this casual role within UHN’s Linen and Laundry Department, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply through the platform where you found this listing.
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