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Medical Equipment Preparers

Medical equipment preparers clean and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment.

Medical equipment preparers set up medical equipment and deliver them to the places they will be used. They may also install the equipment if this is necessary, using a variety of small hand tools.

Medical Equipment Preparers are in the Health Science career cluster and the Support Services pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Below the statewide median

$17.21 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   23.1%

Well above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Short-term on-the-job training (1 month or less) is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Organize surgical instruments, trays, and other supplies.
  • Clean and sterilize surgical instruments. Record when sterilizing is complete.
  • Use sterilizers, aerators, and washers to clean and sterilize medical equipment. Equipment includes respirators, hospital beds, and oxygen machines.
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Assess your skills

Job Title Examples:

 Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST),  Equipment Technician,  Material Reprocessing Associate (MRA) 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.