Technician: Biomedical Engineering

Pagosa Springs Medical Center • Pagosa Springs, CO

5d • $29 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated full-time/part-time Technician: Biomedical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring that all biomedical equipment is operating safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies. Your responsibilities will include performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, conducting repairs, and documenting all service activities to support operational reliability and minimize downtime. You will evaluate equipment performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions that enhance functionality and ensure compliance with all relevant guidelines and manufacturer specifications. You will collaborate closely with clinical departments, vendors, and other technical staff to address equipment needs, support the installation and calibration of new devices, and assist in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment performance and patient safety. Additionally, you will monitor equipment trends, prepare service reports, and contribute to the development of strategies that strengthen the organization’s biomedical engineering practices. This position is vital to maintaining a safe and effective healthcare environment and ensuring that clinical teams have the reliable tools they need to provide excellent patient care. As an integral member of our technical and clinical support team, you will work closely with patients, physicians, and healthcare professionals to ensure the delivery of high-quality, dependable biomedical services. Your technical expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence will help empower clinicians by providing safe, accurate, and timely equipment support. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. The biomedical equipment technician (BMET) is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing and calibrating medical equipment used in the hospital. The technician ensures proper functionality and patient safety by performing preventative maintenance, problem solving / troubleshooting issues and providing training on equipment usage to staff. The BMET also provides crucial support in the management of hospital equipment including inventory replacement plans. The technician typically installs, maintains, repairs and calibrates medical equipment, including, but not limited to: Patient monitors Defibrillators Infusion pumps Beds, stretchers and exam tables Exam lighting Nurse call systems Join a Hospital That Feels Like Family – In a Town That Feels Like Home Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an award-winning, independent Critical Access Hospital serving the residents and visitors of Archuleta County and the surrounding region. As a modern rural hospital, PSMC delivers exceptional emergency, primary, and specialty care supported by advanced technology, a collaborative medical staff, and a leadership team committed to quality, safety, and patient-centered service. At PSMC, you are not just a number – you are a valued team member whose contributions make a real difference. We prioritize professional growth, meaningful work, and a positive, supportive workplace culture grounded in our WISER values: Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, and Respect. What you’ll find at PSMC: A supportive, collaborative culture where people truly care about each other Modern facilities and growing service lines Leadership that listens and invests in staff Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career A place where you can have direct impact on patient care and community wellness Live Where Other People Vacation Pagosa Springs is a mountain paradise tucked among the rugged peaks of the San Juan National Forest. Here, you can step into nature the moment you clock out: Relax in our world-famous hot springs Ski or snowboard at Wolf Creek Ski Area – “the most snow in Colorado,” just 30 minutes away Explore hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, and off-roading trails Enjoy fly fishing, rafting, or paddle boarding on pristine rivers and lakes Experience warm, friendly community with local festivals, live music, farmers markets, and small-town charm If you’re looking for meaningful work, work-life balance, and a community that embraces you – PSMC and Pagosa Springs are the perfect place to build your future.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering Technology.
• Must have at least two (2) years experience as a Biomedical Technician.
• Must have knowledge of inventory management, equipment maintenance, tracking and documentation of equipment, Biomed software management and policy and procedure development.
• Current AHA BLS certification for Heart Saver is required.
• Strong computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, electronic health record).
• Demonstrates ability to read, write, and clearly express one’s self in English 100% of the time.
• Demonstrates ability to listen.
• Demonstrates ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken work, to impart oral information to others or the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Nice To Haves

• Additional vendor certifications are strongly desired, but not required.
• Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) certification is desired but not required.
• Additional languages are desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• installing, maintaining, repairing and calibrating medical equipment used in the hospital
• ensuring proper functionality and patient safety by performing preventative maintenance, problem solving / troubleshooting issues and providing training on equipment usage to staff
• providing crucial support in the management of hospital equipment including inventory replacement plans
• performing preventive maintenance
• troubleshooting equipment issues
• conducting repairs
• documenting all service activities to support operational reliability and minimize downtime
• evaluating equipment performance
• identifying areas for improvement
• implementing solutions that enhance functionality and ensure compliance with all relevant guidelines and manufacturer specifications
• collaborating closely with clinical departments, vendors, and other technical staff to address equipment needs
• supporting the installation and calibration of new devices
• assisting in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment performance and patient safety
• monitoring equipment trends
• preparing service reports
• contributing to the development of strategies that strengthen the organization’s biomedical engineering practices

Benefits

• Full-time benefits include generous paid time off, separate sick leave, health, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability and option for short-term disability, and retirement plan with employer contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees