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Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care · New Orleans, LA
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in New Orleans, LA
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the New Orleans area is $36.74 per hour ($76,420 a year), with the typical range running from $23.17 to $36.74. That ranks 20th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 7th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans. Tell us your role and we email current openings near New Orleans.
- $36.74median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $23–$37typical range per hour
- 80employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is 26% above the Louisiana statewide median of $29.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 80 medical equipment repairers employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.49).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.71 | $38,920 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.17 | $48,190 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.74 | $76,420 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.74 | $76,420 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $76.15 | $158,390 | 153% above U.S. median |
How New Orleans ranks
- 20th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 7th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Louisiana metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Equipment Repairers (SOC 49-9062), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.74 median hour buys what $39.68 buys at the national price level, 32% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your New Orleans paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,323
- Per year: $66,132
- Per month: $5,511
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in New Orleans
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Medical Center Acute New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System New Orleans, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Touro Infirmary New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center New Orleans New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital New Orleans, LA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| New Orleans East Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Beacon Behavioral Hospital- New Orleans, Llc New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Community Care Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Oaks Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $36.74/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $23.75/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $27.94/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $26.15/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $27.35/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $29.27/hr | 81,157 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Louisiana · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Louisiana
Biomedical technicians install, maintain and repair clinical equipment such as monitors, pumps and imaging devices.
- Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology
- CBET or similar certification is a plus
- Preventive maintenance and safety testing experience
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in New Orleans
New Orleans city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in New Orleans, LA?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $36.74 per hour, about $76,420 a year. The middle half earn between $23.17 and $36.74 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Orleans a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 7th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 20th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in New Orleans?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, led by Ochsner Medical Center Acute. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place biomedical equipment technicians in New Orleans?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in New Orleans and across Louisiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near New Orleans.
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- CommonSpirit HealthDURANGO, CO · 3 postings$44.40/ hr$36–$63
- University of Maryland Medical SystemLinthicum Heights, MD · 4 postings$36.31/ hr$27–$58
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 4 postings$31.99/ hr$26–$38
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