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Biomedical Equipment Tech I
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare · Memphis, TN
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Memphis, TN
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Memphis area is $28.96 per hour ($60,230 a year), with the typical range running from $23.69 to $32.29. That ranks 92nd of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 63rd of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in Memphis. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Memphis.
- $28.96median pay per hour, Memphis
- $24–$32typical range per hour
- 290employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Memphis, TN
The metro median is 3% below the Tennessee statewide median of $29.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 290 medical equipment repairers employed in the Memphis metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.17).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.86 | $43,390 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.69 | $49,280 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.96 | $60,230 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.29 | $67,160 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.03 | $79,100 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Memphis ranks
- 92nd of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 63rd of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Tennessee 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 Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.96 median hour buys what $31.42 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Memphis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,043
- Per year: $52,128
- Per month: $4,344
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Memphis
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Memphis.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Memphis Va Medical Center Memphis, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis Memphis, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Regional One Health Memphis, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Delta Specialty Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Memphis, TN | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Crestwyn Behavioral Health Memphis, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Lakeside Behavioral Health System Memphis, TN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Memphis Mental Health Institute Memphis, TN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southaven, MS | 11 mi | $28.96/hr | 57,493 |
| Bartlett, TN | 12 mi | $28.96/hr | 56,708 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 63 mi | $15.39/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 74 mi | $29.97/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 130 mi | $23.11/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 138 mi | $23.11/hr | 204,774 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Tennessee · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Tennessee
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
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Memphis, TN?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $28.96 per hour, about $60,230 a year. The middle half earn between $23.69 and $32.29 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Memphis a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 63rd of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 92nd of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Memphis?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Memphis, led by Baptist Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Memphis as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Memphis?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Memphis and across Tennessee. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Memphis.
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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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