Career Profile Medical Equipment Preparers Education HS diploma or less This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $41,700 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Medical Equipment Preparers Prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. General Information Prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Medical Equipment Preparers Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 14 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 14 openings per year are projected for Medical Equipment Preparers. +15.9% Employment Change Employment for Medical Equipment Preparers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 15.9% between 2023 and 2028. $20.03 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $20.03/hour. Entry level workers are paid $16.57, while experienced workers are paid $21.72. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 72 Medical Equipment Preparers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 84. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Medical Equipment Preparers are General Medical and Surgical Hospitals, Offices of Dentists, and Outpatient Care Centers. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Medical Equipment Preparers include Customer and Personal Service, English Language, and Biology. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Medical Equipment Preparers is HS diploma or less. 30% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
