Hospital Janitor
びょういんざつむしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that handles general miscellaneous tasks such as cleaning, transportation, and supplies management within hospitals, maintaining the environment and supporting operations.
Description
Hospital janitors handle a wide range of miscellaneous tasks within hospital facilities, including cleaning, transportation of items and supplies, linen replacement, equipment washing, and waste disposal. They keep the hospital environment clean and support medical staff and inpatients to ensure a safe stay. They routinely operate wheelchairs and stretchers, move beds, manage material inventories, and are required to perform tasks quickly and accurately. Work involves shifts from early morning to late night, requiring physical stamina and attention to detail.
Future Outlook
With the progress of aging society, demand for medical institutions is increasing, leading to stable employment prospects. However, changes in tasks are expected due to the spread of automation and cleaning robots.
Personality Traits
Meticulous and accurate / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
General Janitor → Team Leader (Cleaning Supervisor) → Facilities Management Staff → Hospital Operations Support Role
Required Skills
Basic Hygiene Management Knowledge / Cleaning and Disinfection / Materials Management / Transportation Skills
Recommended Skills
Basic Facilities Management Knowledge / Communication Skills (Patient Interaction) / Wheelchair Assistance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to maintain cleanliness. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to prolonged walking and transporting heavy items. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Required to collaborate with medical staff to carry out tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Involves mostly simple tasks, so advanced analytical thinking is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly routine tasks, so creative thinking is rarely needed. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focuses on simple quantity management, so advanced numerical skills are not needed. |
Aliases
- Hospital Custodian
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