Programmatic Consultant – Biomedical Engineering Technology

HCI College • West Palm Beach, FL

14d • Remote

About The Position

HCI College seeks a highly experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Biomedical Engineering Technology to lead the development of our new Medical Engineering Technology program. The consultant will be responsible for designing a market-aligned curriculum (AS and Diploma levels), specifying lab equipment requirements, and ensuring all content meets the rigorous standards of ACCSC and AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation).

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical field is highly preferred.
• Certification: Current CBET (Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician) or CCE (Certified Clinical Engineer) designation is required.
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in Biomedical Equipment Management, either in a hospital (HTM department) or with a major manufacturer (e.g., GE, Philips, Siemens).
• Academic Experience: Prior experience in curriculum design or as a Program Director/Lead Instructor for an accredited BMET or ASMET program.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep familiarity with NFPA 99, CMS, and The Joint Commission (TJC) standards regarding medical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development: Design a 10-month Diploma and a 24-month Associate of Science (AS) curriculum, including course descriptions, student learning outcomes (SLOs), and clock-to-credit hour mappings.
• Equipment Strategy: Provide a comprehensive "Master Equipment List" for a modest yet high-quality lab, including diagnostic tools (Safety Analyzers, Patient Simulators) and medical assets (IV Pumps, Defibrillators, Patient Monitors).
• Accreditation Alignment: Ensure the program structure meets ACCSC standards and aligns with the ABET (Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission) criteria for future programmatic accreditation.
• Industry Certification Mapping: Integrate content specifically designed to prepare students for the CABT (Certified Associate in Biomedical Technology) and CBET (Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician) exams.
• Advisory Board Support: Assist in identifying and recruiting local South Florida healthcare leaders for the Program Advisory Committee (PAC).

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees