Biomedical Eng Technologist 3

The Ottawa Hospital; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Ottawa is seeking a Biomedical Engineering Technologist to support the Digital Solutions team and ensure the operational functionality of advanced medical systems. Candidates should have a relevant diploma, experience with medical equipment, and excellent communication skills. The role offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined Benefit Pension plan

Health and Wellness resources

Qualifications

• Two years related experience required.
• Must be eligible for CET and CBET certification.
• Experience in clinical monitoring technology support is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support various initiatives in collaboration with the Digital Solutions team.
• Ensure operational functionality of electro-medical systems.
• Plan and prioritize tasks effectively.

Skills

Understanding of electronic systems

Service and calibration of medical systems

Ability to interpret schematic diagrams

Knowledge of Ontario Hydro Electrical Code

Communication skills

Education

Biomedical Engineering Technologist or Electronics Engineering Technologist diploma

Tools

Electrical measuring devices

Job description

Position Information

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

This position is to support different initiatives in collaboration with the Digital Solutions team.

Temporary position until October 6th, 2026 approximately

Rotation/Shifts

Days, 8 hour shifts.

• For information purposes only - The Hospital reserves the right to change

Basic Requirements

• Biomedical Engineering Technologist or Electronics Engineering Technologist diploma (3 years) from an accredited institution OR an equivalent combination of experience and education;
• Two (2) years related experience;
• Eligible for CET and CBET certification;
• Ability to understand the links and inter-connectivity of various electronic systems;
• Sound working knowledge, understanding and ability to service and calibrate specialized and sophisticated electro-medical systems such as patient monitoring devices, anesthesia apparatus, surgical lasers, ventilators, etc.;
• Ability to understand and interpret schematic diagrams;
• Skilled in the use of electrical or electronic measuring devices;
• Working knowledge of Ontario Hydro Electrical Code and CSA standards;
• Basic knowledge of general physics and anatomy;
• Working knowledge of WHMIS;
• Experience working with word processing and spreadsheet applications;
• Proven ability to lead/coach/mentor;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Superior judgement and problem-solving skills;
• Superior interpersonal and collaboration skills;
• Superior documentation skills;
• Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize tasks, anticipate problems and deviations with daily or monthly plans to meet assigned and personal objectives.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered with OACETT;
• Certification as an Biomedical Engineering Technologist , CBET(C);
• Proven ability to work in multiple clinical environments such as the OR, ICU, Inpatient, Outpatient, Emergency, Cath/EP labs, etc;
• Experience with OR equipment (e.g. Anesthesia, continuous patient monitoring, etc.);
• Knowledge of CSA and other standards pertaining to Hospitals, particularly lasers safety;
• Experience mentoring of Engineering and Technology internships and student placements;
• Experience in Clinical Monitoring Network infrastructure technology support;
• Experience in clinical information support, such as HL7 and hospital networks and security;

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 the 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 opportunities from our in-house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.

Interested? Apply today!

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].