Linen Associate

United Health Services

  • New York
  • $17.05-22.17 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Position Overview United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a reliable and efficient Linen Associate to ensure the timely collection, cleaning, and distribution of hospital linens. In this hands-on role, you’ll sort soiled items, restock clean supplies across departments, and help maintain hygiene and comfort standards that directly impact patient care.This is a critical support position where attention to detail and consistency matter. Whether you're delivering fresh linens to a patient room or ensuring surgical areas are properly stocked, your work helps keep our healthcare environment safe, clean, and running smoothly. Every piece you handle and every task you complete makes a difference—because every connection matters.Work Locations: UHS Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY UHS Binghamton General Hospital, Binghamton, NYPrimary Work Shift: Multiple shifts availableCompensation Range: $17.05 - $22.17 per hour, depending on experienceYou will be eligible for benefits if you are hired into a regular position with at least 24 scheduled weekly hours.Job Responsibilities
  • Prepare and deliver clean linen, garments, and related items to all designated hospital units and departments according to established delivery schedules and standards
  • Accurately track and document the distribution and return of clean and soiled linen using established recordkeeping systems
  • Place daily linen supply orders through the computer system to Bates Troy, ensuring adequate inventory levels for hospital operations
  • Perform quality inspections by collecting and documenting linen samples as part of the department's Quality Improvement (QI) program
  • Sort and separate miscellaneous items (e.g., personal clothing, specialty garments) from regular linen for proper processing or return
  • Collect and transport soiled linen from patient care units, laundry chutes, and other designated locations to the central soiled holding area
  • Operate industrial washers and dryers safely and efficiently, following specific procedures for linen type and load requirements
  • Use an electric cutting knife to prepare linen materials as needed, maintaining safety protocols and proper handling techniques
  • Operate a heat-seal machine to affix labels, tags, or patches to linen items, uniforms, and lab coats in accordance with department standards
  • Label, sort, and organize clean linen, staff uniforms, and lab coats to ensure proper identification and accurate delivery
  • Monitor and fulfill linen orders received through the TeleTracking system, ensuring timely response and accurate fulfillment
  • Answer incoming phone calls regarding linen requests or concerns, providing courteous and helpful support to staff across all hospital department
Position QualificationsPreferred:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent. Previous hospital experience or linen services experience.
Why You’ll Love Working at UHSAt United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.About United Health ServicesUnited Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.

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