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Updated: Jan 1st, 2024
Hiring a commercial cleaning company to clean your medical office will cost between $25 and $80 per hour with $60/hour being the average rate. If paying by the square foot, expect to be charged between $0.08 and $0.35 per square foot.
Cleanliness is not a luxury in the medical field; it is an absolute necessity, especially post Covid-19. Compared to other types of offices, medical offices require a much higher standard of clean to prevent the spread of disease and infection. Because of this, most choose a commercial cleaning company that specializes in cleaning for the medical field.
Medical office cleaning companies serve doctor's offices, dental offices, hospitals, medical labs, medical clinics, surgical suites and medical complexes, among others. You can opt for a commercial cleaning company that works exclusively with the medical field or one that counts medical cleaning among its specialties. As long as the company is experienced and reputable, it really doesn't matter.
Medical cleaning services should have in-depth knowledge of the variety of cleaning specifications in the field. Cleaning requirements for exam rooms are very different from requirements for the billing office. A pediatrician will have different specifications than a dentist. Like all cleaning services, the company should be fully bonded and insured.
Not surprisingly, the cost per square foot to clean a medical office is higher than most other types of offices, due to the attention to detail and disinfecting requirements. Most traditional commercial cleaning services charge $15 to $40 per hour or $.05 to $.20 per square foot. Be prepared to pay a 25 percent to 50 percent premium for medical office cleaning.
Keep in mind, however, that price varies based on your company's specific needs, the size of your office and your geographic location. Billing usually takes place on a monthly basis.
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Reputable medical cleaning companies are licensed, bonded, and insured. They follow OSHA and CDC healthcare cleaning guidelines to reduce healthcare infections.
When shopping around for a medical office cleaning service, look for one that:
Here is a list of top medical office cleaning companies.
Healthcare facilities should be professionally cleaned daily. High traffic medical settings can benefit from having cleaning done midday and then overnight to maintain sanitation.
+ What are the most important areas for disinfection in a medical office?Exam rooms, waiting areas, restrooms, labs, and high touch surfaces like door handles and chairs need thorough disinfection in a medical office. Any blood or bodily fluid spills require hazmat cleaning procedures.
+ What certifications should a medical office cleaning company have?Look for companies certified in bloodborne pathogen and OSHA biohazard training. They should follow CDC and EPA disinfecting guidelines and use hospital-grade products.
+ How can we ensure PHI confidentiality is maintained?HIPAA certified cleaners are ideal. Have a confidentiality clause in your contract. Ensure the company background checks staff and confirms they adhere to privacy standards.
+ What should a complete medical office cleaning include?Full sanitization of exam rooms, sterilization of tools, cleaning and disinfecting of all high touch areas, restroom cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, trash removal, and restocking of supplies.
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