Medical Equipment Preparers

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

1. 01Install and set up medical equipment, using hand tools.
2. 02Start equipment and observe gauges and equipment operation to detect malfunctions and to ensure equipment is operating to prescribed standards.
3. 03Deliver equipment to specified hospital locations or to patients' residences.
4. 04Stock crash carts or other medical supplies.
5. 05Assist hospital staff with patient care duties, such as providing transportation or setting up traction.
6. 06Examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair.
7. 07Record sterilizer test results.
8. 08Operate and maintain steam autoclaves, keeping records of loads completed, items in loads, and maintenance procedures performed.
9. 09Disinfect and sterilize equipment, such as respirators, hospital beds, or oxygen or dialysis equipment, using sterilizers, aerators, or washers.
10. 10Maintain records of inventory or equipment usage and order medical instruments or supplies when inventory is low.
11. 11Report defective equipment to appropriate supervisors or staff.
12. 12Check sterile supplies to ensure that they are not outdated.

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