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Operating Aide Jobs in Nebraska (NOW HIRING)

Environmental Service Aide

Hyannis, NE · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Prepares patient rooms for occupancy, per operating procedures and inputs into approved room ready notification system. * Maintains all equipment/closets used to perform job in a clean and orderly ...

Environmental Service Aide

Hyannis, NE · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Prepares patient rooms for occupancy, per operating procedures and inputs into approved room ready notification system. * Maintains all equipment/closets used to perform job in a clean and orderly ...

Environmental Service Aide

Hyannis, NE · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Prepares patient rooms for occupancy, per operating procedures and inputs into approved room ready notification system. * Maintains all equipment/closets used to perform job in a clean and orderly ...

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What is the difference between Operating Aide vs Surgical Technician?

AspectOperating AideSurgical Technician
CertificationsNone required, but some may have basic healthcare trainingCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient surgical centersOperating rooms in hospitals, surgical centers
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist surgical staff, prepare operating rooms, sterilize equipmentSet up surgical instruments, assist during procedures, maintain sterile field

While both roles support surgical teams, Operating Aides primarily prepare and sterilize equipment, whereas Surgical Technicians actively assist during surgeries. Both roles are essential in surgical settings, but Surgical Technicians typically require certification and have more direct involvement in procedures.

How to become an operating room aide?

To become an operating room aide, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may pursue relevant certifications such as CPR. Prior experience in healthcare or patient care is beneficial, and strong organizational and communication skills are important for assisting surgical teams and maintaining sterile environments.
Infographic showing various Operating Aide job openings in Nebraska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Environmental Service Aide

Hyannis, NE • On-site

Cape Cod Healthcare Inc
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


Cape Cod Healthcare rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

  1. Cleans/Terminal Cleans/Sanitize assigned areas in accordance with operating procedures using proper equipment, chemicals and supplies.
  2. Prepares patient rooms for occupancy, per operating procedures and inputs into approved room ready notification system.
  3. Maintains all equipment/closets used to perform job in a clean and orderly condition.  Clean all equipment at the end of the shift.
  4. Performs specialized cleaning procedures in accordance with operating procedures. e.g. CCU procedure room, nurseries, isolation rooms.
  5. Maintaining cleanliness of environment, cleaning kitchen area, med rooms, employee bathrooms, janitor closet, refrigerators, microwave, etc., all clinical equipment on unit, wheelchairs, stretchers, scales, bedside tables, IV poles etc,. Reports problems with equipment to the charge nurse.
  6. Set up meetings and functions/supply appropriate A/V equipment. Spray buffs or high-speed burnishes tile floors. Spot cleans carpets; buffs carpets in corridors and rooms; moves cleaning equipment, supplies within or between hospital buildings; moves furniture as requested.
  7. Performs all duties in an independent manner with little or no supervision.
  8. Removes general trash, medical waste soiled/used linen, from work area and place in specified bags and/or containers. Transport to assigned disposal area.
  9. Handles cleaning chemicals and solutions per product labeling and departmental procedures.
  10. Utilizes housekeeping equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
  11. Wears appropriate personal protective equipment as per training, signage and product labels.  Adheres to safety regulations as per departmental training (e.g. wet floor signs, caution tape, electrical cords laid along wall).
  12. Participates in in-service educational programs and staff meetings.
  13. Performs other work related duties as requested/directed.
  • Ability to communicate in English to understand and respond to basic verbal and written English language instruction.
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of position as outlined.
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention Training within 3 months of new position for positions in the In-Patient Psych Unit.
  • Position requires a person with a positive attitude who is pleasant, cooperative, committed to the team approach and displays a professional demeanor with patients, families, physicians and fellow workers.

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