Biomedical Equipment Technician II

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

13d•$26 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Installs, calibrates, repairs, and inspects medical equipment and resolves complex problems in the field. The role supports clinical and research areas by evaluating equipment performance, carrying out preventive maintenance and safety testing, and responding to equipment problems. It also participates in equipment evaluations, installations, and upgrades, and may instruct technical staff or inspect BMET work and coordinate projects.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Biomedical Technician studies.
Two to three years of experience as a biomedical equipment technician.
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills for working effectively with team members and customers at all levels.
Broad ability to test and troubleshoot medical devices using specialized and generic test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles.
Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively and occasionally maneuver and lift heavy equipment.
Ability to learn equipment maintenance, operating, and repair procedures from training materials and courses.
Ability to perform during routine, emergency, and other stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

CBET credential is desirable.

Responsibilities

Inspect newly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function, and assign appropriate control numbers and labels.
Conduct performance assurance and electrical safety testing and perform preventive or scheduled maintenance; may contribute information to testing protocols.
Respond to medical equipment problems in clinical and research areas by evaluating, troubleshooting, and correcting issues.
Perform difficult equipment repairs using generic test instrumentation or diagnostic software, including repairs to electrical boards or components.
Participate in medical equipment evaluations, installations, and upgrades, including software revisions, and provide technical feedback.
Make periodic rounds in assigned clinical areas to assess device and system operation, identify trends, and work with the Team Leader to address recurring problems.
Instruct department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
May inspect BMET tasks and coordinate project implementation.