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Surgical Housekeeper Jobs (NOW HIRING)

HOUSEKEEPER

Hoisington, KS

$12.50 - $16/hr

This position may require call rotation with surgery cleaning responsibilities. Housekeepers are ... responsible for providing a safe and sanitary environment within our hospital and clinics. Assigned ...

Housekeeper - Full Time - 11am - 7pm

Durham, NC · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear ... Assures housekeeping supplies are stocked daily and according to established PAR levels * Floor ...

Housekeeper - Full Time - 11am - 7pm

Durham, NC · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear ... Assures housekeeping supplies are stocked daily and according to established PAR levels * Floor ...

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Housekeeper

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Forest Health Medical Center, a private surgical specialty hospital located on the outskirts of Ann Arbor, Michigan, is seeking a Full-Time, day shift Housekeeper, to work Tuesday-Saturday. The ...

Housekeeper

Belleville, IL · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Housekeeper, you'll provide a reassuring presence while cleaning patient rooms throughout our ... Memorial, offering medical and surgical services plus critical care, is an accredited Chest Pain ...

Housekeeper - OR - Full Time - 3pm - 11pm

Durham, NC · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear ... Assures housekeeping supplies are stocked daily and according to established PAR levels * Floor ...

Housekeeper

Belleville, IL · On-site

$16.75 - $20.06/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Housekeeper, you'll provide a reassuring presence while cleaning patient rooms throughout our ... Memorial, offering medical and surgical services plus critical care, is an accredited Chest Pain ...

Housekeeper - OR - Full Time - 3pm - 11pm

Durham, NC · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear ... Assures housekeeping supplies are stocked daily and according to established PAR levels * Floor ...

Housekeeper

Johnson City, TN · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Housekeeper - $2,500 Sign-On Bonus available for Full Time Employees! Full Time, Day Shift (7 a.m ... We see many individuals who need skilled nursing care after a stroke, joint replacement surgery, a ...

Housekeeper

Kingsport, TN · On-site

$13.25 - $17.25/hr

Housekeeper- $2,500 Sign- On Bonus is available for Full Time Employees! Full Time, Day Shift (8 a ... We see many individuals who need skilled nursing care after a stroke, joint replacement surgery, a ...

Housekeeper

Saint Peters, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $20.06/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Surgery and Endoscopy Center. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital is an Accredited Chest Pain Center ... The housekeeping department is in charge of ensuring the hospital is appropriately cleaned to be ...

Housekeeper

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $20.06/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Progress West Hospital also provides surgical services, endoscopy services, a cardiac ... The housekeeping department is in charge of ensuring the hospital is appropriately cleaned to be ...

Housekeeper

Sullivan, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $20.06/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Housekeeper, you'll provide a reassuring presence while cleaning patient rooms throughout our ... multiroom surgical suite, expanded cardiac rehab services, and a cancer center. A 22,500 square ...

Housekeeper

Saint Peters, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $20.06/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Surgery and Endoscopy Center. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital is an Accredited Chest Pain Center ... The housekeeping department is in charge of ensuring the hospital is appropriately cleaned to be ...

Housekeeper

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $20.06/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Progress West Hospital also provides surgical services, endoscopy services, a cardiac ... The housekeeping department is in charge of ensuring the hospital is appropriately cleaned to be ...

Housekeeper

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$13 - $16.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Progress West Hospital also provides surgical services, endoscopy services, a cardiac ... The housekeeping department is in charge of ensuring the hospital is appropriately cleaned to be ...

Housekeeper

Saint Peters, MO · On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... surgery and pulmonology. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital also offers outpatient services ... The housekeeping department is in charge of ensuring the hospital is appropriately cleaned to be ...

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How much do surgical housekeeper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for surgical housekeeper in the United States is $16.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a surgical housekeeper?

Surgical Housekeepers are specialized cleaning professionals responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of operating rooms and other surgical areas in hospitals or clinics. Their duties include disinfecting surfaces, properly disposing of medical waste, and ensuring that all areas are sterile to prevent infections. They follow strict protocols and use specialized cleaning agents and equipment to meet healthcare standards. Their work is essential for patient safety and the smooth operation of surgical teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surgical housekeeper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surgical Housekeeper, you need knowledge of hospital cleaning protocols, infection control procedures, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with specialized cleaning equipment, disinfectants, and hospital sanitation systems is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong teamwork skills help ensure thorough cleaning in a fast-paced environment. These skills are vital for maintaining a sterile surgical setting, preventing healthcare-associated infections, and supporting patient safety.

What are the main challenges surgical housekeepers face when working in operating rooms?

Surgical Housekeepers often encounter the challenge of maintaining strict cleanliness and sterilization standards in a fast-paced environment, especially between back-to-back surgical procedures. They must work efficiently to thoroughly clean and disinfect operating rooms without delaying scheduled surgeries. Additionally, they need to follow precise protocols to handle biohazardous materials and stay updated on infection control practices, all while collaborating closely with surgical staff to ensure patient safety.

How to become a surgical housekeeper?

To become a surgical housekeeper, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should have experience in cleaning or healthcare environments. Training on infection control, sterilization procedures, and the use of cleaning tools is often provided on the job, and attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols are essential. Certification is not usually required but can improve job prospects.
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Infographic showing various Surgical Housekeeper job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,933 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

$12.50 - $16/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Clara Barton Medical Center rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

825th of 1,060 rated hospitals


Job description

We are looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented person to keep our facilities looking their best. Housekeepers are responsible for providing a safe and sanitary environment within our hospital and clinics. Assigned areas may include patient rooms and common areas, as well as, surgery/PACU. Applicant must be willing and able to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis as assigned by Manager. This position may require call rotation with surgery cleaning responsibilities.

Housekeepers are responsible for providing a safe and sanitary environment within our hospital and clinics. Assigned areas may include patient rooms and common areas, as well as, surgery/PACU. Applicant must be willing and able to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis as assigned by Manager. This position may require call rotation with surgery cleaning responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Must be able to learn and follow verbal and written instructions
  2. Assemble materials and supplies and transport them to the work area
  3. Clean assigned areas by washing furnishings, equipment, and mopping floors with appropriate cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent the spread of disease.
  4. Be able to dust window sills, blinds, floors, furniture, and equipment
  5. Responsible to wash outside and inside windows and screens
  6. Scour and polish sinks, tubs, mirrors, and similar equipment
  7. Replenish supplies of soap, towels, and other dispensable items
  8. Requests help in moving heavy furniture and in turning mattresses.
  9. Report any mechanical failures or negative conditions observed in assigned area to the manager
  10. Wash walls and ceilings
  11. Collect and remove trash, hazardous waste and garbage to designated containers.
  12. Perform other duties as assigned but not limited to the above.

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