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Operating Room Attendant

Hendersonville, NC

$12.75 - $16/hr

Operating Room Attendant Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose ... Assists with all aspects of room set up and cleaning. * Performs delegated duties as a member of ...

Operating Room Attendant

Hendersonville, NC

$12.75 - $16/hr

Operating Room Attendant Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose ... Assists with all aspects of room set up and cleaning. * Performs delegated duties as a member of ...

OPERATING ROOM AIDE

Macomb, IL · On-site

$17.55 - $23.69/hr

The Operating Room Aide works under the direction of the Registered Nurse, Surgical Services Leader, Charge Nurse, or Surgical Technologist and contributes to a safe, clean, and efficient environment ...

Operating Room Assistant

Concord, MA · On-site

$18 - $19.50/hr

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment in accordance with infection control standards ... Gain hands-on experience in a hospital operating room setting * Opportunities to grow within health ...

Operating Room Attendant

Hendersonville, NC · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

The Operating Room Attendant is responsible for the transport of pre-operative and post-operative ... Assists with all aspects of room set up and cleaning. * Performs delegated duties as a member of ...

OPERATING ROOM AIDE

Macomb, IL · On-site

$17.55 - $23.69/hr

The Operating Room Aide works under the direction of the Registered Nurse, Surgical Services Leader, Charge Nurse, or Surgical Technologist and contributes to a safe, clean, and efficient environment ...

Operating Room Attendant

Hendersonville, NC · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

Cleans and prepares operating room in between cases. Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital ... environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and principles of infection ...

Operating Room Assistant

Bend, OR · On-site

$21.53 - $27.56/hr

Operating Room DATE LAST REVIEWED: October 10, 2019 OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest ... Maintain a clean environment in the Operating Rooms. Ensure all beds, tables, positioners and ...

Operating Room Assistant

Bend, OR · On-site

$21.53 - $27.56/hr

Full Time, Nights Main Operating Room - Bend, OR Pay range: $21.53 - $27.56 Evening Shift ... Maintain a clean environment in the Operating Rooms. Ensure all beds, tables, positioners and ...

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How much do operating room cleaning jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for operating room cleaning in the United States is $16.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for operating room cleaning?

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 hospital operating rooms?

Operating room cleaning is typically performed by trained environmental services or housekeeping staff who follow strict sterilization protocols. These workers use specialized cleaning tools and disinfectants to ensure the operating room remains sterile and safe for surgeries.

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.

What does someone in operating room cleaning do?

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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Infographic showing various Operating Room Cleaning job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,442 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Operating Room Coordinator

RWJBarnabas Health

Elizabeth, NJ • On-site

$23.85 - $31/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


RWJBarnabas Health rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 331 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

231st of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description


Operating Room Coordinator
Req #: 0000255491
Category: Anesthesia Technician, Central Sterile Processing, Dental, Dialysis Technician, EKG / EEG Technician, Sleep Polysomnography Technician, Surgical / OR Techs
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Operating Room
Pay Range: $23.85 - $31.00 per hour
Location:
225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title: Coordinator

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Operating Room

Req #: 0000255491

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $23.85 - $31.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

A Operating Room Coordinator operates within a dynamic and often high-stakes environment, ensuring the seamless administration of anesthesia and the optimal functionality of equipment that anesthesiologists rely on.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certifications and Licenses Required:

  • BLS

Preferred:

  • Anesthesia Technician Certification
  • Certified Central Processing Certification

Qualities:

  • Sterile technique: A thorough understanding of sterile technique as it applies to handling and processing instruments and supplies
  • Product knowledge: Knowledge of surgical instruments and medical supplies
  • Communication: Ability to communicate with fellow technicians and medical staff,
  • Organization: Strong organizational skills for managing inventory and supplies
  • Basic math: Ability to perform basic calculations for inventory purposes
  • Computer skills: Knowledge of inventory and tracking software, and standard office programs

Scheduling Requirements

  • Full Time
  • Day Shift

Essential Functions:

  • Case Cart Coordination:
  • Manages Instrumentation and Supplies
  • Return to designated location
  • Picking case carts for surgery
  • Equipment Coordination
  • Cleaning or equipment before and after use
  • Movement of equipment based on the need and workflow of the operating room
  • Preference Card Use
  • Print and management of preference cards for the purpose of case cart workflow
  • Inventory Management
  • Management of expirations and par levels of supplies
  • Participates as the primary assistant to Anesthesia for procedures in the Operating Room including Inpatient, PACU, Labor and Delivery, and Endoscopy
  • Prepares anesthesia supplies:

Preoperative

  • Ensure anesthesia carts are supplied and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures
  • Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed
  • Retrieve special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery
  • Prepares complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring
  • This varies based on location and may include peripheral arterial and pulmonary artery catheter transducers, EKG, pulse oximeter, and nerve simulators
  • Ensures monitoring equipment and supplies are ready
  • Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use including troubleshooting and correcting problems
  • May perform daily anesthesia equipment inspections including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders
  • May assist in positioning patients for procedures

Intraoperative:

  • Provide and set up disposable materials needed to collect shed blood
  • Based on location, may set up equipment for delivering salvaged and banked blood products with Cell Saver and Rapid infuser
  • Aseptically assemble autotransfusion disposables
  • Assist in dressing and securing IVs and Arterial lines
  • Assist Anesthesia during intubating and extubating procedures as directed
  • Restock all used supplies as needed during a surgery
  • Dispose of contaminated materials and disinfect equipment in accordance with general operating room P&P concerning biohazardous waste
  • Maintain awareness of physiological parameters and baselines of patients during a surgery

Postoperative:

  • Clean anesthesia equipment in the Operating Room and outside locations following each procedure
  • Clean, maintain, and package used anesthesia materials and equipment
  • Inventories and orders anesthesia supplies
  • Run errands as requested by anesthesiologists/CRNAs/charge RN/other team members as appropriate to facilitate the preparation and conduct of anesthesia
  • Perform additional duties as requested by other team members
  • Trouble shoot broken equipment and fix as directed by clinical engineering

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

  • Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
  • Retirement Plans
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Planning Support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Community and Volunteer Opportunities
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
  • ....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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About RWJBarnabas Health

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RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. We aim to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Orange, NJ, US

Year founded

2015