Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) I

Sampson Regional Medical Center•Clinton, NC

45d

About The Position

This entry-level position will perform planned maintenance, inspections, and calibrations across a variety of clinical equipment to ensure mechanical and electrical safety and functionality. What you will do: Biomedical Service & Maintenance Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical patient care equipment in compliance with manufacturer specifications and hospital standards Repairs can include the following: infusion pumps, patient monitors, defibrillators, etc. 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 on general biomedical equipment Participate in special projects or upgrades as assigned Compliance & Documentation Ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies (TJC, DNV, DOH, CAP) and internal Medical Equipment Management Plans (MEMP) Follow safety procedures related to bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, and device safety per OSHA and facility policy Adhere to ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO 13485 QMS policies, procedures, and documentation standards Maintain accurate service records in our CMMS - RenovoLive Customer Support Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clinical and facility staff Communicate equipment status and service timelines clearly to customers and supervisors Demonstrate a customer-first approach by actively listening to feedback and prioritizing service requests Asset Tracking Support inventory control by performing audits and verifying the status of assigned and incoming equipment Recommend updates to inventory records and performance assurance schedule

Requirements

Minimum of 6 months of hands-on experience with clinical biomedical equipment in a hospital or clinical setting is preferred
Technical degree or equivalent
Proficient with electromechanical and computerized biomedical devices
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Comfortable interpreting error codes and using diagnostic software
Clear and professional verbal and written communication
Accountability - takes ownership of assigned work and follows items through to completion
Communication - clearly expresses thoughts and ideas both in written and verbal communications, provides timely information
Financial Acumen - Considers financial impact of all decisions
Integrity - Can admit mistakes, is direct and truthful
Customer Service - demonstrates a "customer-first" mentality, focused on meeting the needs of customers and captures feedback to make improvements
Priority Setting - Prioritizes assigned schedules and workload
Team Building - Mentors newer technicians, facilitates clear communication amongst the team, demonstrates care and respect for co-workers and colleagues
Regulatory - knows the various accrediting agencies (TJC, DNV, CAP, DOH) and how the Medical Equipment Management Plan complies
Maintain a safe working environment for self and others if they come in contact within the biomed area in accordance with the facility's policies
Must follow OSHA guidelines in regard to blood borne pathogens, airborne pathogens, radiation, sharp instruments and/or tools, hazardous liquids, and operating devices
Ontime completion of safety trainings assignments
Must have sensory ability to distinguish hot & cold ranges of temperature, surfaces, fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and detect/distinguish colors
Must be able be able to carry or lift up to 50 pounds routinely

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical patient care equipment in compliance with manufacturer specifications and hospital standards
Repairs can include the following: infusion pumps, patient monitors, defibrillators, etc.
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 on general biomedical equipment
Participate in special projects or upgrades as assigned
Ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies (TJC, DNV, DOH, CAP) and internal Medical Equipment Management Plans (MEMP)
Follow safety procedures related to bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, and device safety per OSHA and facility policy
Adhere to ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO 13485 QMS policies, procedures, and documentation standards
Maintain accurate service records in our CMMS - RenovoLive
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clinical and facility staff
Communicate equipment status and service timelines clearly to customers and supervisors
Demonstrate a customer-first approach by actively listening to feedback and prioritizing service requests
Support inventory control by performing audits and verifying the status of assigned and incoming equipment
Recommend updates to inventory records and performance assurance schedule