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Career Overview

Entry Level Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Patient Interaction

Moderate

Body Fluid Interaction

Moderate

Salary

$26,700

Job Growth

14%

Job Description:

Prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment.

What Medical Equipment Preparer Do:

A medical equipment preparer works in a healthcare facility to sanitize and prepare instruments and equipment.

How to Become One:

A high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Equipment Preparer Certificate Program available at community colleges and technical schools.

Schools

Southern West Virginia Community & Technical College