PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Clinical Engineering Technician
Akron Children's Hospital · Akron, OH
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Akron, OH
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Akron area is $28.83 per hour ($59,970 a year), with the typical range running from $22.40 to $37.19. That ranks 97th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 69th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Akron. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Akron.
- $28.83median pay per hour, Akron
- $22–$37typical range per hour
- 190employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Akron, OH
The metro median is 1% below the Ohio statewide median of $29.13 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 190 medical equipment repairers employed in the Akron metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.54).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.68 | $40,930 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.40 | $46,590 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.83 | $59,970 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.19 | $77,360 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.13 | $87,630 | 40% above U.S. median |
How Akron ranks
- 97th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 69th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 9 Ohio 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 Akron run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.83 median hour buys what $30.88 buys at the national price level, 3% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,038
- Per year: $51,894
- Per month: $4,324
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Akron metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Sr. Clinical Engineer
Johnson & Johnson · Cincinnati, OH
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Hospitals in Akron
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Akron.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akron General Medical Center Akron, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Akron, OH | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Summa Health System Akron, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Akron Children's Hospital Akron, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 7 mi | $28.83/hr | 50,979 |
| Canton, OH | 20 mi | $21.90/hr | 69,211 |
| Parma, OH | 24 mi | $28.89/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 29 mi | $28.89/hr | 365,379 |
| Elyria, OH | 37 mi | $28.89/hr | 53,604 |
| Lorain, OH | 42 mi | $28.89/hr | 65,751 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Ohio · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Ohio
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
Ohio taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Akron, OH?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Akron metro area have a median pay of $28.83 per hour, about $59,970 a year. The middle half earn between $22.40 and $37.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Akron a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Akron ranks 69th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 97th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Akron?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Akron, led by Akron General Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Akron as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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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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