Biomedical Eng Technologist 2

The Ottawa Hospital; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare institution in Ottawa is looking for an Electronics Technologist to support a broad range of electro-medical equipment, ensuring effective operation in critical environments. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in electronics technology and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a commitment to personal and professional development, with opportunities for further training and career advancement.

Benefits

Attractive and equitable compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months relevant experience.
• Ability to understand and interpret schematic diagrams.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Work with electro-medical equipment in various environments.
• Create departmental standard operating procedures.
• Perform basic data analysis and produce reports.

Skills

Electronics Technologist Diploma (3 year)

Knowledge of legislative safety requirements

Ability to service and calibrate electro-medical equipment

Skilled in the use of electrical measuring devices

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent teamwork skills

Clear communication skills

Education

Electronics Technologist Diploma

Tools

MS Office applications

Computerized maintenance management system

Job description

About The Ottawa Hospital

Inspired by research and driven by compassion! The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada’s largest learning and research multi‑campus hospitals. With more than 1,100 beds and approximately 12,000 staff members, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario region. From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking solutions to the most complex healthcare challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision for better patient care. Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high‑quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

Position Information

This is a corporate position with a home base at the Civic Campus.

Rotation/Shifts

Days, 8‑hour shifts.

For information purposes only – the Hospital reserves the right to change.

Basic Requirements

• Electronics Technologist Diploma (3 year) from an accredited institution (as a minimum)
• Minimum of six (6) months relevant experience
• Knowledge of legislative safety requirements, Ontario Hydro Electrical Safety Code, and CSA Standards
• Ability to understand the links and inter‑connectivity of various electronic systems
• Ability to understand and interpret schematic diagrams
• Ability to service and calibrate electro‑medical equipment
• Skilled in the use of electrical or electronic measuring devices
• Basic knowledge of general physics and anatomy
• Integrates critical thinking, education and relevant practical experience in technical problem‑solving approach
• Demonstrated ability to use MS Office applications with emphasis on Excel. Perform basic data analysis. Produce charts and reports as required
• Excellent customer service and relationship management skills
• Excellent knowledge in the use of a computerized maintenance management system
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills is a must
• Availability for overtime, weekend support, call‑back and flexibility in hours of work as required
• Working knowledge of WHMIS
• Must be eligible to work in Canada

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to create departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions
• Certified Biomedical Engineering Technologist (CBET)
• Registered with OACETT
• Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize tasks, anticipate problems and deviations with daily or monthly plans to meet assigned and personal objectives
• Experience in electromedical equipment support including anesthesia, defibrillators, infusion pumps, feeding pumps, thermometers
• Proven ability to work in an Intensive Care, Operating Room, Patient Care, Laboratory, Research and Pathology environments
• JOHSC Experience and training
• Proficiency in English and French – oral expression (advanced level) and comprehension (advanced level)

What You Can Expect From Us

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with world‑class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones. We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services. The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development from our in‑house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.

Interested?

If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by improving the health of the community, excited by leading‑edge medical technology, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient safety as we are, we would like to hear from you. Please submit an on‑line application for the position you are interested in. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. These accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact [e-mail].