Biomedical Equipment Tech I
About The Position
This entry-level position performs planned maintenance, inspections, and calibrations across a variety of clinical equipment to ensure mechanical and electrical safety and functionality. The role troubleshoots and repairs electromechanical patient-care equipment, installs new equipment, conducts incoming inspections, and assists teammates with troubleshooting and major repairs of complex equipment. Equipment may include infusion pumps, patient monitors, defibrillators, and other general biomedical equipment. The technician supports regulatory compliance and safety procedures, maintains service records in RenovoLive, and follows applicable quality management policies and documentation standards. The role also builds relationships with clinical and facility staff, communicates equipment status and service timelines, and supports equipment inventory audits and record updates. The position works in a hospital environment, follows host-site safety rules, and is not required to travel.
Requirements
- Technical degree or equivalent.
- Proficiency with electromechanical and computerized biomedical devices.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to interpret error codes and use diagnostic software.
- Clear and professional verbal and written communication.
- Ability to distinguish hot and cold temperature ranges and surfaces, perform fine motor skills and manual dexterity, and detect and distinguish colors.
- Ability to routinely carry or lift up to 50 pounds.
- Follow OSHA guidelines concerning bloodborne and airborne pathogens, radiation, sharp instruments or tools, hazardous liquids, and operating devices.
Nice To Haves
- At least 6 months of hands-on experience with clinical biomedical equipment in a hospital or clinical setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical patient-care equipment in compliance with manufacturer specifications and hospital standards.
- Install new equipment and conduct incoming inspections.
- Assist BMET teammates in troubleshooting and major repairs of complex equipment.
- Perform inspections, calibrations, performance assurance, and electrical safety checks on general biomedical equipment.
- Participate in special projects or upgrades as assigned.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and internal Medical Equipment Management Plans (MEMP).
- Follow safety procedures related to bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, and device safety under OSHA and facility policies.
- Adhere to ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO 13485 QMS policies, procedures, and documentation standards.
- Maintain accurate service records in the RenovoLive CMMS.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clinical and facility staff.
- Clearly communicate equipment status and service timelines to customers and supervisors.
- Listen to customer feedback and prioritize service requests.
- Perform inventory audits and verify the status of assigned and incoming equipment.
- Recommend updates to inventory records and performance assurance schedules.
- Maintain a safe working environment and complete safety training assignments on time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
