Biomedical Technician 1 PER DIEM

University of Miami•Miami, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Biomedical Technician 1 performs routine biomedical equipment work, including installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair, under the supervision and guidance of a more experienced biomedical engineer. The position is with the University of Miami/UHealth department of Clinical Engineering in Miami, Florida. The technician uses standard and specialized electronic test equipment and tools; repairs, tests, and calibrates medical equipment according to OEM/AEM specifications and Joint Commission standards; assists with medical-device recalls, safety alerts, and hazard investigations; and helps ensure compliance with patient safety goals and applicable requirements. The role also includes ordering replacement parts and supplies, prioritizing and completing assignments on time, maintaining accurate documentation, and following University and unit-level policies and procedures while safeguarding University assets. Duties may be expanded as necessary. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. UHealth is a university-based health system serving South Florida, Latin America, and the Caribbean, with patient care supported by research and medical education.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification, or license.
No previous experience required.
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Skill in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Relevant education, certifications, and/or work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, calibrate, and repair biomedical equipment under the supervision and guidance of a more experienced biomedical engineer.
Use standard and specialized electronic test equipment and tools.
Repair, test, and calibrate medical equipment according to OEM/AEM specifications and Joint Commission standards.
Assist in enforcing medical-device recall and safety-alert programs, including medical-device hazard investigations.
Help assure compliance with patient safety goals and applicable requirements.
Order replacement parts and supplies needed to service medical equipment.
Prioritize workload effectively and complete work assignments in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate documentation as required by current policies and procedures.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Perform other duties or responsibilities as necessary.