Also called:  Central Service Technician, Central Sterile Supply Technician, Sterile Processing Technician

Job Outlook in Vermont
Medium Growth 

What you might do
Medical Equipment Preparers get equipment ready for health care professionals and may perform routine lab tasks.  They install, clean, and sterilize instruments and keep records.

Where you might work
Hospital, laboratory, doctor’s office, other health care facility.

Related Links
My Next Move: Medical Equipment Preparers
O*Net Online: Medical Equipment Preparers
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: Medical Equipment Preparers
Healthcare Sterile Processing Association

Education Required
Medical Equipment Preparers usually complete a certificate program or on-the-job training.