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Medical Assistant Housekeeper

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Salary: $30 per hour

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Posting Description

MEDICAL ASSISTANT HOUSEKEEPER, MIT Health, perform intensive cleaning of offices, treatment rooms, waiting areas, conference rooms, and lounges. Will clean kitchen units, including appliances and the defrosting refrigerator and ice machines; wash walls and horizontal surfaces, sinks, beds, and floors; clean bathrooms, showers, fixtures, and patient equipment (may include IV poles, stretchers, and wheelchairs; clean furniture; clean and arrange conference rooms; dust and spot clean walls and doors in high and low areas; clean interior glass in doorways and entrance areas; collect and distribute linens; remove rubbish, recycle waste, and medical waste in accordance with detailed infection waste control guidelines; stock supplies in exam rooms, kitchenettes, bathrooms and other areas; and lock and unlock doors and set alarms.

Schedule: (26 hours per week) Monday 4pm-10pm, Wednesday 3pm-10pm, Friday 4pm-10pm, Saturday 9am-4pm

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: High school diploma or its equivalent and a minimum of two years of relevant experience.

Medical assistant housekeepers are considered essential personnel in accordance with the MIT Policy on Emergency Closing or Early Release. During emergencies, these employees are excused from their regularly scheduled work only with the specific authorization of their supervisor, regardless of any public announcement that the Institute is closed.

9/10/2026

Job details

Title
Medical Assistant Housekeeper
Employer
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Published
Sep 15, 2026
Closes:
Nov 14, 2026
Job type
Part time, Staff / Administration
Field
Other Administrative Positions
Salary

Salary: $30 per hour

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications do I need to become a Medical Assistant Housekeeper at MIT Health?

You need a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of relevant experience in medical facility cleaning or healthcare housekeeping. Familiarity with infection control guidelines and medical waste handling is important. For broader career context, see this medical assistant programs and jobs guide.

🧹What are the main duties of this role?

The role involves intensive cleaning of offices, treatment rooms, waiting areas, conference rooms, and lounges. You will clean patient equipment such as IV poles, stretchers, and wheelchairs; handle linens; remove rubbish, recycle waste, and medical waste; and restock supplies in exam rooms, kitchenettes, and bathrooms.

🕒Is this a full-time or part-time position?

This is a part-time Medical Assistant Housekeeper position scheduled for 26 hours per week: Monday 4pm-10pm, Wednesday 3pm-10pm, Friday 4pm-10pm, and Saturday 9am-4pm. The schedule includes weekend hours, so availability on Saturday is required.

🦺Is the Medical Assistant Housekeeper considered essential personnel at MIT Health?

Yes. Medical assistant housekeepers are considered essential personnel under the MIT Policy on Emergency Closing or Early Release. During emergencies, employees are excused from scheduled work only with specific supervisor authorization, regardless of public Institute closures.

📝How do I apply for this staff position at MIT Health?

Submit your application before the application deadline of November 14, 2026. Highlight your healthcare housekeeping experience and familiarity with infection control. Review this free resume template to tailor your CV for administrative and healthcare support roles.

💡What skills or experience are valued beyond the minimum requirements?

Experience with medical waste disposal, cleaning patient equipment, and stocking medical supplies is highly relevant. Familiarity with hospital-grade cleaning protocols and emergency shift flexibility can strengthen your application. See this medical assistant job guide for additional insight.

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