Medical Assistants are responsible for properly cleaning and resetting exam rooms after each patient. This ensures a safe, sanitary environment for patients and staff, and maintains clinic efficiency.

 

📚 Resources Needed

  • Approved disinfectant wipes/spray
  • Gloves
  • Trash bags
  • Biohazard waste containers
  • Paper towels or disposable cloths

 

🚀 Tips & Tricks

  • Clean the room immediately after the patient leaves to keep workflow moving.
     
  • Focus on high-touch surfaces — these are the most commonly missed.
     
  • Always allow disinfectant to sit for the required contact time to be effective.
     
  • Restock the room right away so it’s ready for the next patient.

 

📘 Instructions

Be sure to follow the steps listed below.

 

Initial Room Check

Ensure the patient has fully exited the room.

Remove any used or disposable items from surfaces.

Put on gloves before starting cleaning.

 

Dispose of Waste

Throw away all trash, including:

  • Paper products
  • Disposable supplies

Dispose of biohazard materials in the appropriate container.

⚠️ Do NOT mix regular trash with biohazard waste.

 

Clean & Disinfect Surfaces

Using approved disinfectant, wipe down all high-touch areas:

  • Exam table
  • Chairs and stools
  • Countertops
  • Door handles
  • Light switches
  • Equipment used during visit

Ensure surfaces remain wet for required disinfectant contact time.

 

Exam Bench Reset (If used)

Remove used bench paper or coverings.

Replace with clean paper or new covering.

Ensure bench is clean and ready for next patient.

 

Restock Supplies

Check and restock room with necessary items:

  • Gloves
  • Gauze
  • Paper products
  • Any commonly used supplies

 

Final Room Check

Before leaving the room, confirm:

  • All surfaces are clean and dry
  • Trash has been removed
  • Supplies are restocked
  • Room is organized and ready

Done!