Biomedical Equipment Technician 2
About The Position
The Biomedical Equipment Technician II is an experienced technical professional who independently inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates medical equipment of routine to moderate complexity across Beth Israel Lahey Health. The technician uses established expertise and sound judgment to help ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and compliant with manufacturer recommendations, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards. The BMET II supports equipment lifecycle activities and works with clinical users, manufacturers, vendors, and internal stakeholders. The role contributes to Biomedical Services through technical support, documentation, and customer service, and provides informal guidance to less experienced technicians. The position also supports operational and quality improvement initiatives in assigned areas. Participation in after-hours emergency service coverage (on call) is required as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3–5 years of related work experience.
- 2 years of experience in the general field of electronics.
- Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access.
Nice To Haves
- Basic knowledge of mechanics, optics, physiology, and medical terminology.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, test, and troubleshoot electronic and electromechanical instrumentation to the component level; repair and calibrate equipment to manufacturer specifications.
- Use and understand relevant test equipment, including oscilloscopes and digital voltmeters.
- Use schematics, technical drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Conduct periodic and routine preventive maintenance inspections on direct and indirect patient-care-related electronic instrumentation and systems.
- Prepare and maintain repair, inspection, and maintenance records using paper and computer systems.
- Assist with installation of capital equipment purchases involving direct patient-care-related electronic instrumentation and systems.
- Perform departmental support tasks, such as ordering parts, maintaining service manuals and catalogs, and supporting mandatory training programs.
- Interface with manufacturers on clinical and technical projects and problems as required.
- Maintain knowledge of advances in electronics and equipment changes within the hospital.
- Participate in after-hours emergency service coverage (on call) as required.
- Occasionally perform work outside the parameters of the job description.
Benefits
- The organization requires staff to be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
