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How much do hospital technician jobs pay per month?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average monthly pay for hospital technician in the United States is $4,174.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,916.67 and $4,500.00 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hospital Technician vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectHospital TechnicianMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsPost-secondary certificate or diploma, sometimes associate degreeAssociate degree in medical laboratory technology or related field
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesLaboratories within hospitals, clinics, or diagnostic labs
Job DutiesAssist with patient care, prepare equipment, support medical staffPerform lab tests, analyze samples, record results
Industry UsageHealthcare, hospital settingsMedical testing and diagnostics

Hospital Technicians and Medical Laboratory Technicians both work in healthcare environments, often within hospitals. While Hospital Technicians assist with patient care and support medical staff, Medical Laboratory Technicians focus on conducting lab tests and analyzing samples. Both roles require related certifications and are essential in healthcare settings, but they differ mainly in their specific duties and work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hospital Technician, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, basic patient care procedures, and typically a postsecondary certificate or associate degree in a related field. Familiarity with hospital equipment, sterilization techniques, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is essential. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for ensuring smooth daily operations. These skills and qualities are important because they directly impact patient safety, support clinical staff, and maintain efficient hospital workflows.

What is a hospital technician?

Hospital technicians are healthcare professionals who provide essential support in hospitals by operating medical equipment, assisting with diagnostic tests, and performing technical procedures under the supervision of doctors and nurses. Their specific responsibilities can vary depending on their specialization, such as laboratory, radiology, or surgical technology. Hospital technicians play a crucial role in ensuring that medical procedures run smoothly and efficiently, contributing to patient care and safety. They often require specialized training or certification in their field and work closely with other medical staff to deliver quality healthcare.

What are some common challenges hospital technicians face in their daily work, and how can they effectively manage them?

Hospital Technicians often work in fast-paced environments where they must balance multiple priorities, such as preparing equipment, assisting with patient care, and maintaining strict infection control protocols. One common challenge is responding quickly to urgent requests while still ensuring accuracy and safety. Effective time management, clear communication with medical staff, and thorough knowledge of hospital procedures can help technicians navigate these demands successfully. Continuous learning and teamwork also play a key role in managing the dynamic nature of hospital settings.

What does a hospital technician do?

A hospital technician assists with medical diagnoses by testing samples of blood, bone marrow, and other tissue and bodily fluid samples from patients. As a hospital technician, you spend most of your time in hospital laboratories performing tests of patient samples to aid in diagnosis. Your job duties include testing samples, analyzing test results, reporting the results to doctors, and maintaining laboratory equipment. A career as a hospital technician requires significant qualifications and post-secondary education, generally a bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, experience working in a laboratory environment, and strong analytical skills.

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Infographic showing various Hospital Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,092 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Full-Time Hospital Services Technician

Waste Management

Providence, RI • On-site

$20.19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Stericycle is now part of WM.  To learn more about WM's acquisition of Stericycle,  CLICK HERE to read the press release.
 

I. Job Summary
Under management direction, a Hospital Services Worker travels between customer healthcare facilities providing on-site proactive collection and exchange of waste containers for various Stericycle programs, including but not limited to: Sharps Management Service, Pharmaceutical Waste, Controlled Substances, and Document Management. This service is provided at regularly scheduled intervals for assigned facilities.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

  • Travels between customer healthcare facilities to proactively monitor, collect, and exchange waste containers for various Stericycle programs and services, including but not limited to: Sharps Management Service, Pharmaceutical Waste, Controlled Substance and Document Management.
  • Interacts professionally with onsite customer staff to ensure service expectations are met or exceeded.
  • Maintains a rigid collection and service schedule.
  • Communicates duty status on a defined scheduled.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.


III. Qualifications 
A. Required Qualifications 
 

  • This position requires on-site presence at WMHS customer locations and compliance with all mandatory immunization requirements imposed by such customers, and
  • 2 years industry related experience in a customer service capacity preferred, or the equivalent in related work experience, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact in providing superior customer service in a variety of settings and situations or preferred education requirement
  • Valid Driver's License


B. Preferred Qualifications 
 

  • High School Diploma or GED (accredited)


IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Sitting
  • Lifting
  • Carrying
  • Pushing
  • Pulling
  • Climbing
  • Balancing
  • Stooping
  • Kneeling
  • Crouching
  • Reaching
  • Handling
  • Grasping
  • Talking
  • Hearing
  • Repetitive Motions
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
  • Position requires extensive lifting, walking, bending, and pushing. Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and push and/or pull carts weighing as much as 500 pounds.

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

V. Schedule 

Start Time: 4:30 am

Monday: Mariam Hospital (Providence, RI)

Tuesday: Roger Williams Hospital (Providence, RI)

Wednesday: St. Anne's Hospital (Fall River, MA)

Thursday: Miriam Hospital (Providence, RI) and Hasbro Hospital (Providence, RI)

Friday: Newport Hospital (Newport, RI)

Schedule is subject to change to meet customer's needs. 

VI Pay

The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $20.19 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.


VII. Benefits 
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of postconsumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gastoelectricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavyduty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States:  WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada:  WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSAapproved alternative.

What is the value of a WM job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career. We Are WM is what defines the perks of being in the WM family - from benefits, to resources and engagement activities. 

We are People First. We are Committed to Your Growth. We Are Investing in You. We are a Family. We are Stable. We are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow. 

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