Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale (EOC)
Locarno
Floor Housekeeper (100%)
- 12 June 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Locarno
About the job
The EOC, the multisite hospital of Ticino, is present with its institutes throughout the entire cantonal territory with a total of 1,000 beds. The organisation effectively combines a local approach with an overall vision, guaranteeing the population a comprehensive and local hospital service, regardless of where the services are required.
Thanks to the commitment and expertise of over 6,500 collaborators and their attention to human relations, the EOC ensures quality healthcare by caring for over 41,000 inpatients annually and providing over 600,000 outpatient consultations.
To complete our nursing service team at the Regional Hospital of Locarno "La Carità" we are looking for a
Floor Housekeeper (100%)
Profile:
The person we are looking for is responsible for the organisation and operational coordination of all hotel activities on the floors for inpatients.
They ensure control and quality of the services provided, guaranteeing compliance with procedures, quality standards and directives.
They perform their role by collaborating directly with the nursing service and the hotel service, particularly catering and domestic economy, contributing to creating a tidy, well-kept and comfortable environment.
They are the guarantor of a culture of hospitality, attention to detail and comfort in the hospital hotel environment.
They know how to work independently and in a team, fostering close interdisciplinary collaboration with the various professional figures within the hospital, in order to guarantee a coordinated, efficient service oriented to patients’ needs. The ideal candidate is a professional who inspires trust, is proactive and knows how to find appropriate solutions by facing and managing complex situations.
They listen attentively to their interlocutors, establishing constructive and effective relationships inside and outside the hospital, based on respect and trust. They coordinate multiple activities simultaneously, setting priorities and organising time effectively, remaining calm even under stress.
Necessary requirements:
- Federal professional certificate as head of the hotel/domestic economy sector, equivalent qualification or federal certificate as domestic economy employee;
- At least 10 years of experience in a similar role in the social-health or hospital sector;
- Certificate as apprentice trainer;
- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills;
- Proficiency in main IT tools;
- Knowledge of Italian; knowledge of German is a preferred qualification.
Start date:
Complete applications including CV, cover letter, copies of study and work certificates must be submitted by 26 June 2026 exclusively via the electronic platform available at www.eoc.ch.
Applications received after the indicated date will not be considered, nor those sent in paper form, by email or that do not meet the required criteria.
For further information, Ms Silvia Gonçalves, head of the nursing sector, is available at 091 811 47 70.