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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for operating room cleaning in California is $16.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.95 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is operating room cleaning?

An Operating Room Cleaning job involves thoroughly disinfecting and sanitizing surgical rooms to maintain a sterile environment. Duties include cleaning surgical tables, equipment, and floors, disposing of biohazardous waste, and restocking supplies. This role is crucial in preventing infections and ensuring patient safety. Cleaning staff follow strict hospital protocols and use specialized cleaning agents to meet healthcare standards.

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As an Operating Room Cleaning professional, your daily responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting surgical suites before and after procedures, properly disposing of medical waste, and ensuring that all surfaces, equipment, and floors meet strict hospital sanitation standards. You may work alongside other environmental services staff and coordinate closely with surgical teams to minimize turnaround time between procedures. The job requires meticulous attention to detail and adherence to strict protocols to maintain a safe and sterile environment. By playing a crucial role in infection prevention, you directly contribute to patient safety and the smooth operation of surgical services.

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To thrive in Operating Room Cleaning, you need thorough knowledge of cleaning protocols, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and infection control standards, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hospital-grade disinfectants, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and sometimes certification in infection prevention is important. Dependability, teamwork, and good communication skills help ensure smooth collaboration with medical staff and efficient completion of tasks. These abilities are crucial for maintaining a sterile surgical environment, preventing patient infections, and supporting overall operating room efficiency.

Who cleans operating rooms?

Operating room cleaning is typically performed by trained environmental services or sterile processing staff who follow strict infection control protocols. These professionals use specialized cleaning tools and disinfectants to ensure the environment is sterile and safe for surgeries. Certification in healthcare sanitation and adherence to hospital policies are often required for this role.

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RN - OR Circulator

Talented Medical Solutions

San Luis Obispo, CA • On-site

$2.8K - $2.8K/wk

Full-time

Re-posted 9 hours ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide safe and efficient intraoperative circulating support during surgeries

  • Maintain sterile technique, ensure equipment readiness, and coordinate with the surgical team

  • Document adverse events, monitor patient status, and communicate changes to the team

Job description

Job Summary

RN - OR Circulator

Day/Evening, 5 x 8s, M - F 0600 to 2030. Schedule and start times rotate. ACLS, BLS, PALS required. Ortho, Neuro, and

Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

In-Office | San Luis Obispo, CA, United States


The Opportunity

You’re the kind of person who is always looking to learn. You want to grow into something greater and you’re looking for an employer encourages and supports your professional development. Talented Medical Solutions promotes advancement and rewards our employees based on individual performance and merit. Sure you’ll have exposure to the team, but all of our people are accountable for their success. Competitive and focused, our team is on a mission to deliver excellence. We also know that this can only be accomplished by supporting our employee growth and development. By providing frequent feedback and consistently measuring progress, we’ve discovered the recipe for success that’s delivered year over year growth since our first year of business. This a culture of winning. At Talented Medical Solutions we breed winners.


Responsibilities

  • Provide safe and efficient intraoperative circulating support during surgeries.

  • Maintain sterile technique and ensure all equipment is ready and functioning.

  • Coordinate with surgical team to anticipate needs and manage instrument flow.

  • Meet or exceed personal performance metrics and contribute to pipeline-based planning.

  • Document and report adverse events following hospital policies for accountability.

  • Monitor patient status, document events, and communicate changes to the team.

  • Assist with set-up, draping, and specimen handling per protocol and regulatory standards.

  • Engage in ongoing professional development and seek growth opportunities aligned with performance targets.

  • Participate in post-operative turnover, including room cleaning and instrument decontamination.

  • Adhere to evidence-based practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Educate and support junior staff or students when applicable, providing mentorship.


Experience/Qualifications

  • Current RN license and valid OR circulating certification.

  • Minimum 2 years of intraoperative circulating or OR nurse experience.

  • Proficiency with sterile technique, instrument handling, and setup/draping per protocol.

  • Strong documentation skills for adverse events and intraoperative events.

  • Ability to monitor patient status and communicate changes clearly to team.

  • Willingness to pursue ongoing professional development aligned with performance targets.

  • Participation in post-operative turnover, instrument decontamination, and room prep.

  • Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

  • Ability to work in a growth-driven, metrics-focused environment with clear targets.

  • Strong teamwork, mentorship, and ability to educate junior staff or students.


What's in it for you? (Salary, Commissions & Benefits)

  • On-site position in scenic San Luis Obispo, CA — work from our local office and enjoy a vibrant coastal community.

  • Competitive base salary — clear, straightforward cash compensation as part of the package.