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Sterile Processing Technology/Technician.

A program that prepares individuals to clean, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for use in operating rooms and other medical and surgical facilities. Includes instruction in sterilization; infection control; decontamination; and surgical instrumentation processing, distribution, and record-keeping.

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Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

25-1071

$51,760 $105,620 $239,200

Surgical Technologists

29-2055

$43,290 $62,830 $90,700

Medical Equipment Preparers

31-9093

$35,400 $46,490 $67,070

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Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

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Salary Summary

$71,647

Avg Median Salary $71,647
Lowest Median $46,490
Highest Median $105,620

Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

Quick Facts

Career Paths 3
Degree Level Bachelor
Code 51.1012

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