PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Biomedical Technician
Saint Charles Health System · Bend, OR
$32.35–$48.52/ hour
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Portland, OR
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Portland area earn a median of $33.44 per hour, about $69,560 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $28.06 and $40.01. That ranks 33rd of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 52nd of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Portland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Portland.
- $33.44median pay per hour, Portland
- $28–$40typical range per hour
- 320employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Portland, OR
The metro median is 4% above the Oregon statewide median of $32.22 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 320 medical equipment repairers employed in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.66).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.61 | $44,950 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.06 | $58,360 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.44 | $69,560 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.01 | $83,220 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.35 | $100,570 | 61% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 33rd of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 52nd of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Oregon 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.
What your pay buys in Portland
- Overall prices in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.44 median hour buys what $31.72 buys at the national price level, 5% 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$1,204
- Per year: $60,192
- Per month: $5,016
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Portland
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Portland.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Va Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventist Health Portland Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence Portland Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence St Vincent Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Legacy Emanuel Medical Center Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ohsu Hospital And Clinics Portland, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children - Portland Portland, OR | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Cedar Hills Hospital Portland, OR | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver, WA | 7 mi | $33.44/hr | 198,992 |
| Beaverton, OR | 9 mi | $33.44/hr | 98,302 |
| Salem, OR | 46 mi | $35.73/hr | 180,406 |
| Albany, OR | 67 mi | $32.22/hr | 57,156 |
| Corvallis, OR | 74 mi | $32.22/hr | 61,993 |
| Springfield, OR | 104 mi | $43.58/hr | 61,182 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Oregon · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Oregon
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
Oregon taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Portland
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Portland, OR?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro area have a median pay of $33.44 per hour, about $69,560 a year. The middle half earn between $28.06 and $40.01 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro ranks 52nd of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 33rd of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Portland?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Portland, led by Portland Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oregon license to work in Portland as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon 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 Portland?
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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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