Biomedical Equipment Technician 1
About The Position
The Biomedical Equipment Technician I (BMET I) maintains, tests, and calibrates basic diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment to ensure safe and proper operation. The technician performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance according to Biomedical Engineering departmental guidelines, Methodist Health System policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and industry standards. The BMET I documents maintenance activities and seeks assistance from BMET II and Senior Biomedical Equipment Technicians for more complex service issues. The role supports operator and patient safety by promoting the proper use, application, and performance of medical equipment. It includes safety testing using specialized test equipment, tools, and simulation devices; installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating equipment using manufacturer service manuals and schematic diagrams; and keeping maintenance documentation current in the automated MEMS database. Paperwork must be completed within two working days of work completion. The technician may attend advanced Biomedical Equipment Training at the discretion of the Biomed Team-leader or AVP of Biomedical Engineering. The position supports Methodist Health System’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, test, and calibrate assigned basic diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment to ensure safe and proper operation.
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with departmental guidelines, Methodist Health System policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and industry standards.
- Document maintenance activities and seek assistance from BMET II and Senior Biomedical Equipment Technicians on complex service issues.
- Support operator and patient safety by promoting proper use, application, and operational performance of medical equipment.
- Perform safety testing using specialized test equipment, tools, and simulation devices.
- Install, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate medical equipment using manufacturer service manuals and schematic diagrams.
- Keep maintenance documentation current in the automated MEMS database and complete paperwork within two working days of work completion.
- Support Methodist Health System’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
