Biomedical Technician I

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Biomedical Technician I maintains clinical equipment in accordance with the Medical Equipment Management Program (MEMPs) and Denver Health business standards. Under the guidance and direct supervision of senior technicians, the role performs routine installation, maintenance, calibration, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, adjustment, and safety-testing tasks for a limited scope of less complex biomedical equipment, including infusion pumps, feeding pumps, and hypo/hyperthermia units. The technician follows applicable instructions, policies, and organizational values, and demonstrates professionalism and integrity when interacting with customers and staff. The position also handles related administrative work, including ordering and returning parts, email correspondence, customer interaction, and documenting work in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). The technician uses team collaboration, service manuals, and technical support to complete assigned work, attends training as assigned or offered, and supports customer satisfaction through effective communication and customer service. This is a regular day-shift position. Denver Health describes itself as a mission-driven, integrated academic healthcare system and Colorado’s primary safety-net healthcare system. The organization offers paid time off, parental leave, retirement contributions, health coverage, well-being programs, tuition assistance, career development, and other employee programs. The stated salary range is $25.80–$37.41 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in a technical field and working with medical equipment.
Colorado Class R driver's license.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Listening, organizational, and analytical skills.
Integrity and accountability.
Ability to problem-solve in both high-stress and lower-stress situations and manage customer problems.
Ability to work under supervision and independently to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Basic IT and networking knowledge.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology.
Certified Biomedical Technician (CBET) certification from AAMI.
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications and basic programming.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled maintenance, equipment inspections, installations, troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments, calibrations, and safety testing on less complex biomedical equipment.
Complete basic administrative tasks, including parts ordering and returns, email correspondence, and customer interaction.
Document all work performed in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Use team collaboration, maintenance and service manuals, and technical support to complete troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
Attend assigned or offered training and schools to maintain skills and support the institution.
Promote customer satisfaction through excellent customer service and effective communication.
Follow Denver Health policies and procedures and demonstrate professionalism and integrity in interactions with customers and staff.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick time, and 7 holidays.
100% paid parental leave for up to 6 weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs.
Discounts and perks on brands and travel.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development through the Workforce Development Center.
Career advancement pathways and a professional clinical advancement program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, free student loan coaching, and assistance navigating PSLF.
Eligibility for National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) programs.