Quick answer: A medical or dental office cleaning checklist covers waiting areas, restrooms, exam and treatment rooms, staff areas and floors, each with a set frequency. Clinical disinfection stays with your own staff and protocols; the cleaning contractor handles the building around it.
A medical or dental office needs a written cleaning checklist because patients see the space before they meet the doctor. This checklist covers the areas a commercial cleaning contractor usually handles. It does not replace your own infection control protocols.
Waiting room and reception
Empty trash, wipe the reception counter, clean chair arms and tables, vacuum or mop floors, clean entry glass and wipe door handles. These areas are the first thing patients notice, so they are normally cleaned every visit.
Restrooms
Clean and disinfect toilets, sinks, counters and floors, empty trash, and restock soap and paper goods. Restrooms are cleaned every visit in most offices. Agree in writing who supplies the paper goods and soap.
Exam and treatment rooms
The cleaning contractor typically handles floors, trash, baseboards, sinks and non-clinical surfaces such as cabinet fronts and chairs for visitors. Clinical surfaces, instruments and anything that touches patients should stay with your trained staff and follow your own protocols. Put this split in the written scope so there is no confusion.
Staff areas and offices
Empty trash and recycling, wipe desks and tables, clean the breakroom counters, sinks and microwave exteriors, and vacuum or mop floors.
Floors
Vacuum carpet and sweep and mop hard floors on every visit. Schedule deeper work such as carpet cleaning or floor polishing monthly or quarterly. See our guide to what belongs in a janitorial scope of work: janitorial scope of work.
Schedule around patient hours
Cleaning is usually planned for after closing or before opening so patients and staff are not disturbed. Tell the contractor about building access, alarm rules and any rooms that must stay locked.
Questions
How often should a medical or dental office be cleaned?
Most offices need cleaning on every business day or several times a week, with restrooms and reception cleaned every visit. The right frequency depends on patient volume and your own protocols.
Does a cleaning company do clinical disinfection?
Usually the contractor cleans the building and non-clinical surfaces, while your clinical staff handle instruments and patient-contact surfaces under your own protocols. Confirm the split in writing before you sign.
How much does medical office cleaning cost?
Price depends on size, number of restrooms and visit frequency. Janitor Pros Cleaning Service contracts start at $500 per month and we send a written quote after a walkthrough.
How do I get a quote?
Call 310-906-9097 between 7 AM and 10 PM or use the quote form. We reply within 30 minutes in the daytime. You can also read about our medical and dental office cleaning service.
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