Prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment.
Medical Equipment Preparers
SOC: 31-9093 O*NET: 31-9093.00
Median Salary
$46,490
per year
Job Growth
🚀 10%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
10.9
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$27,894
25th
$37,192
50th (Median)
$46,490
75th
$55,788
90th
$69,735
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:76,500
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+10%
Annual Openings:10,900
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)76,500
Current
2034 (Projected)84,200
+10%
+7,600
Employment Change
+10%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Faster than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Faster than average growth expected
- •High current market demand
Top Skills
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
English Language
✓
Biology
✓
Production and Processing
✓
Public Safety and Security
Education & Training
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Required
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Job Training
Training of a few months to a year