Biomedical Equipment Assistant, Part Time Days, Morristown, NJ
About The Position
Under the supervision of a Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) or Clinical Engineering Supervisor, the BMET Assistant provides technical support to the Clinical Engineering Department in the inspection, maintenance, and management of medical equipment. This entry-level position assists with preventive maintenance, safety inspections, inventory control, and basic troubleshooting. The assistant helps ensure medical equipment is clean, properly labeled, and ready for clinical use, supporting safe and reliable medical technology for patient care. The position is a training and development opportunity for individuals seeking to advance to a BMET I role, with hands-on exposure to medical technology management in a healthcare environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Pursuing an associate’s degree in science or technology (BMET/EET), or military training as a Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET).
- Basic understanding of electronics or Biomedical Equipment Technology principles and practices as applied to calibration and repair of medical equipment and instrumentation.
- Basic understanding of test equipment, including multimeters, electrical safety analyzers, patient simulators, pressure measuring gauges, defibrillator testers, and infusion pump testers.
- Familiarity with healthcare safety standards, including Joint Commission, NEC, NFPA 99, OSHA, CAP, AABB, and Atlantic Health Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP).
- Basic understanding of the daily operations of supported departments, such as medical centers and offsite practices.
- Ability to read schematics, service manuals, and technical documentation.
- Effective communication, organization, and time management skills.
- Familiarity with infection control practices in healthcare settings.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or hands-on training in a hospital or healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist BMETs with preventive maintenance, performance verification, and safety inspections of medical equipment under supervision.
- Clean, inspect, and prepare medical devices for deployment to clinical areas.
- Retrieve, stage, and organize equipment and tools to support repairs as directed.
- Help maintain accurate inventory records of medical devices, accessories, and spare parts.
- Support incoming equipment inspections and assist with equipment deliveries, relocations, and disposals.
- Enter service, maintenance, and inspection data into the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) under supervision.
- Follow departmental policies and procedures concerning safety, infection control, and compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, and NFPA standards.
- Respond to equipment support requests in a timely, courteous, and professional manner.
- Communicate with nursing, clinical, and technical team members about equipment availability and status.
- Tag and inventory new equipment and assist with equipment installations and relocations.
- Help maintain hand tools and test equipment and keep the workspace clean and organized.
- Participate in on-the-job training in biomedical systems, test equipment, and repair techniques.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies and changes in medical equipment regulations.
- Develop technical and problem-solving skills under the mentorship of experienced BMET team members.
- Perform other duties as requested by the Supervisor / Manager of Clinical Engineering.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for team members working 22.5 hours per week or above.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability, with options to supplement.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
- PTO and paid sick leave.
- Tuition assistance, advancement support, and academic advising.
- Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
- Backup and on-site childcare.
- Well-being rewards.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
- Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
- Pet, home and auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
