O*NET-SOC 31-9093.00
Medical Equipment Preparers
Prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Operate and maintain steam autoclaves, keeping records of loads completed, items in loads, and maintenance procedures performed.Core4293
- Clean instruments to prepare them for sterilization.Core4292
- Record sterilizer test results.Core4294
- Organize and assemble routine or specialty surgical instrument trays or other sterilized supplies, filling special requests as needed.Core4291
- Examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair.Core4297
- Report defective equipment to appropriate supervisors or staff.Core4298
- Disinfect and sterilize equipment, such as respirators, hospital beds, or oxygen or dialysis equipment, using sterilizers, aerators, or washers.Supplemental4295
- Maintain records of inventory or equipment usage and order medical instruments or supplies when inventory is low.Core18703
- Stock crash carts or other medical supplies.Core18702
- Start equipment and observe gauges and equipment operation to detect malfunctions and to ensure equipment is operating to prescribed standards.Core4296
- Check sterile supplies to ensure that they are not outdated.Core4299
- Purge wastes from equipment by connecting equipment to water sources and flushing water through systems.Supplemental4302
- Deliver equipment to specified hospital locations or to patients' residences.Supplemental4303
- Attend hospital in-service programs related to areas of work specialization.Core4301
- Assist hospital staff with patient care duties, such as providing transportation or setting up traction.Supplemental4304
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 17 examples in 12 categories, 9 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Calendar and scheduling software
- Calendar software
- McKesson ANSOS One-Staff
Data base user interface and query software
- Database software
Medical software
- eClinicalWorks EHR softwareHot Technology
- MEDITECH softwareHot Technology
Electronic mail software
- Email software
- Microsoft OutlookHot Technology
Inventory management software
- Inventory tracking software
- Pyxis MedStation software
Time accounting software
- Kronos Workforce TimekeeperHot Technology
Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software
- MEDITECH Supply Chain Management
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot Technology
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology
Document management software
- Microsoft SharePointHot Technology
- Microsoft SharePoint Server
Word processing software
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitor medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Attend educational events to update medical knowledge.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Performing General Physical Activities
Clean medical equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Transport biological or other medical materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Deliver items.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Handling and Moving Objects
Stock medical or patient care supplies.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Controlling Machines and Processes
Operate medical equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Documenting/Recording Information
Record vital statistics or other health information.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Assisting and Caring for Others
Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Inventory medical supplies or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.