Biomedical Equipment Technician III

TRIMEDX•St. Francis, WI

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About The Position

The Biomedical Equipment Technician III (BMET III) installs, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and verifies the performance of highly complex biomedical equipment and systems independently, without technical supervision. The role requires competency with applicable test equipment and tools. The BMET III advises administrative, medical, and clinical staff on safe equipment use and proper operation, and helps develop specifications for selecting new equipment. The position also supports department improvement and development by mentoring other associates and demonstrating TriMedx’s core values in professional interactions. The role includes technical service, regulatory compliance, account relationship management, and inventory responsibilities. The technician performs maintenance and inspections, maintains accurate equipment records and documentation, supports customers and clinicians, and may lead special projects involving site travel or collaboration with Central Office associates. Variable travel may be required depending on the primary site, potentially using a personal vehicle.

Requirements

Associate degree in a technical/electronics field, equivalent military experience, or two years of equivalent experience.
At least five years of experience working with biomedical equipment in a clinical engineering environment.
Complex computer skills, including system administration, interpreting error codes and computer codes, defragmenting hard drives, replacing power supplies, and applying networking concepts.
Ability to integrate information from a variety of sources.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Variable travel may be required depending on the primary site, potentially requiring use of a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology.
Technical certification (CBET).

Responsibilities

Perform performance assurance inspections, scheduled maintenance, electrical safety inspections, and operation verification procedures on highly complex biomedical equipment and systems.
Repair, install, and calibrate highly complex biomedical equipment and systems.
Inform supervisors about repair status, scheduled inspections, unusual equipment situations, and customer concerns.
Work with, direct, and document subcontractors, vendors, and outside service technicians to ensure proper service delivery.
Maintain biomedical expertise through ongoing training and education.
Lead assigned Service Operations Special Projects, including travel to sites and collaboration with Central Office associates to collect and analyze information or data.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database, including inventory, performance assurance schedules, nomenclature, and service history.
Follow the Medical Equipment Management Plan, regulatory requirements, and applicable policies and procedures.
Ensure service work and documentation are complete, timely, and accurate.
Build and maintain customer relationships and discuss equipment status and functionality with clinicians.
Adhere to the mission, vision, and values of the organization served and represent TriMedx by integrating its core values into job performance.
Perform periodic inspections of current inventory status and verify completion of security analysis for new customer equipment.
Perform incoming inspections to maintain complete and accurate medical-device inventory, including trial and evaluation, rental, loaner, and permanently assigned equipment.
Make recommendations regarding inventory.
Mentor other associates and perform other duties as assigned.