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Medical Equipment Preparer
 
 
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Summary

ActivitiesPrepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or health-care equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment.

OutlookAverage job growth

Median Income$28,410 per year in 2008

Work Context & ConditionsMedical equipment preparers work indoors, in an environmentally controlled area.

Minimum Education RequirementsVocational High School Program
General High School Program

SkillsInstallation, Equipment Maintenance, Operation Monitoring

AbilitiesManual Dexterity, Problem Sensitivity, Information Ordering