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Biomedical Equipment Technician II
CommonSpirit Health · Seattle, WA
$37.40–$61.71/ hour
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Pasco, WA
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the Pasco area centers on $31.78 per hour, or about $66,110 a year. The lower quarter earns under $28.24 and the upper quarter over $46.04. That ranks 47th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 51st of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Pasco. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Pasco.
- $31.78median pay per hour, Kennewick
- $28–$46typical range per hour
- 40employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Pasco, WA
The metro median is 16% below the Washington statewide median of $37.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 40 medical equipment repairers employed in the Kennewick-Richland metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.73).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.71 | $49,320 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.24 | $58,740 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.78 | $66,110 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.04 | $95,760 | 53% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.57 | $107,270 | 71% above U.S. median |
How Pasco ranks
- 47th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 51st of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Washington 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 Pasco
- Overall prices in Kennewick-Richland run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.78 median hour buys what $31.75 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$1,144
- Per year: $57,204
- Per month: $4,767
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kennewick-Richland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Clinical Engineering Operations Coordinator (Sr Administrative Assistant)
CommonSpirit Health · Seattle, WA
$27.98–$41.62/ hour
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Hospitals in Pasco
CMS lists 1 hospital in Pasco.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lourdes Medical Center Pasco, WA | Critical access | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennewick, WA | 5 mi | $31.78/hr | 86,728 |
| Richland, WA | 8 mi | $31.78/hr | 64,372 |
| Yakima, WA | 72 mi | $37.80/hr | 97,390 |
| Spokane, WA | 125 mi | $39.06/hr | 230,609 |
| Spokane Valley, WA | 131 mi | $39.06/hr | 108,267 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 148 mi | $35.48/hr | 57,355 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Washington · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Washington
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
Washington 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 Pasco, WA?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Kennewick-Richland metro area have a median pay of $31.78 per hour, about $66,110 a year. The middle half earn between $28.24 and $46.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pasco a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Kennewick-Richland ranks 51st of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 47th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Pasco?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Pasco, led by Lourdes Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Pasco as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington 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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1Pay for your role at other employers
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 2 postings$42.17/ hr$28–$62
- 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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Low$26Median$38.45High$53
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