Laundry Attendant/Medical Attendant

Reporting Line: Human Resources

Work Station: Kivulini Maternity Centre, Arusha

Sector/Industry: Health

Who are we?

Maternity Africa is a Christian-based not-for-profit organization that endeavours to provide fistula treatment and quality maternity care for all marginalized women throughout Tanzania. We do this through clinical excellence and in the example of displaying love, kindness and compassion regardless of race, religion or ethnicity. Maternity Africa operates from its base at Kivulini Maternity Centre outside the city of Arusha in Northern Tanzania.

About the role.

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Hospital Laundry Attendant to join our patients care team. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. In this role, you will be responsible for the collection, sorting, washing, drying, pressing/ironing, folding, and distribution of hospital linens and staff uniforms. You will also maintain the cleanliness and organization of the laundry room.

Role Responsibilities:

• Collect and sort soiled linens from patient rooms and other areas of the hospital.
• Operate industrial washing machines and dryers.
• Wash, maintain and perform minor repairs on employees’ uniforms.
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• Fold and stack clean linens.
• Distribute clean linens to patient rooms and other areas of the hospital.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the laundry room and drying areas.
• Adhere to all safety and infection control protocols.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and certifications, Experience and Skills required.

• Must have an O-level (Secondary School Certificate).
• A certificate in Laundry Operations or Assistant Nursing.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a hospital laundry attendant.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy loads.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely.

To apply.

All interested candidates should send their qualifications credential certificates, a cover letter, and a curriculum vitae to recruitment@maternityafrica.org by 16th March, 2025.

Disclaimer! Maternity Africa do not charge any fees throughout its recruitment process. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, tribe, gender, age, marital status, disability or any other status.