Healthcare technology runs on Technicians

The imaging, lab, and biomedical equipment hospitals depend on is kept running by skilled technicians. See where the work is, what it pays, and the path in, through Unmudl.

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Where the work is

States highlighted for healthcare technology on the Technician Map. Hover a pin for details.

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$50k–$90k

Typical wage range across healthcare technician roles

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~$58,230

Average U.S. technician wage across roles

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600K+

Installation, maintenance & repair openings each year

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No degree

Most roles start with a certificate or apprenticeship

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In one line

A healthcare technology technician installs, calibrates, and repairs the medical and lab equipment care depends on — imaging machines, diagnostic devices, and biomedical systems. It's hands-on work that typically pays $50,000–$90,000 and usually takes 6–24 months of training to enter.

Last reviewed June 2026 · National Technician Role Library

Typical pay$50k–$90k / yr
Time to start6–24 months
EducationNo 4-yr degree
Active states12 (see map)

The Industry

The people who keep care running

Hospitals and labs depend on complex technology. Technicians install, calibrate, and repair imaging, diagnostic, and biomedical equipment and protect the connected systems behind it.

Meaningful, well-paid work

Keep imaging, lab, and biomedical equipment accurate and available for patient care.

Demand grows with healthcare

An aging population and more medical technology mean steady, lasting demand.

No four-year degree required

Most roles start with a certificate or associate program.

States active for healthcare

CaliforniaColoradoFloridaIllinoisMassachusettsMarylandMinnesotaNorth CarolinaNew MexicoNew YorkPennsylvaniaTexas

Roles in this industry

Healthcare technology
careers

The roles healthcare and device employers hire for most; from the National Technician Role Library. Open any role for the full spec: pay, O*NET code, skills, training, and live jobs.