Biomedical Engineering Technologist

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Brandon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Brandon is seeking a Clinical Engineering professional to support patient-centered health services. The candidate should have a degree in Electronics or Biomedical Engineering and must be registered with CTTAM. The role involves managing electronic maintenance and requires proficiency in office software. Good communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Interested candidates should apply with their resume and certifications.

Qualifications

• Prior experience directly related to Clinical or Biomedical Engineering preferred.
• Registration with CTTAM required.
• Must obtain certification as an Engineering Technologist within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Work with electronic maintenance and delicate instrumentation.
• Travel throughout the service area as required.
• Handle long periods of standing and lifting equipment.

Skills

Working knowledge of plumbing

Good English communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Organizational and time management skills

Proficiency in PC use

Education

Graduation from an Electronics Technology or Biomedical Engineering Technology program

Tools

Office productivity software

Job description

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Department / Unit: Clinical Engineering Brandon - Regional

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 09/15/2025 - 09/15/2026

Reason for Term: Other Leave

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days;Standby coverage as required; On Call

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 8.00

Annual Base Hours: 2080

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Experience

• Prior experience directly related to Clinical or Biomedical Engineering preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduation from an Electronics Technology or specific Biomedical Engineering Technology program from an accredited education institution required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Registration with CTTAM (Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba Inc.) required.
• Registration as student, technician, or provisional technologist member may be considered.
• Must have, or obtain within six months of completion of experience eligibility requirement, certification as an Engineering Technologist by CTTAM (Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba Inc.).
• Certification as a Certified Biomedical Engineering Technologist (CBET(c)) with The Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering Technologists and Technicians would be an asset.

Qualifications and Skills

• Working knowledge of plumbing, hydraulics and/or electronic installations is an asset.
• The position requires a demonstrated knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology. Can be obtained by CD, class, distance or self-study, if not previously obtained.
• Good English communication skills, both written and oral.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Must have good organizational and time management skills, the ability to grasp concepts quickly, and a strong customer service focus.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work under pressure and make decisions using sound judgement.
• Proficiency in PC use and office productivity software applications such as word processor, spreadsheet and database is required.
• Position involves walking fairly long distances, long periods of standing, and lifting equipment, supplies, parts, etc. (approximately 25 kg).
• The position routinely involves working with small delicate instrumentation requiring manual dexterity and normal vision, with or without correction.
• Incumbents may be exposed to solvents used as cleaning agents for solder flux remover, switch cleaners and other chemicals used in electronic maintenance.
• May be required to travel throughout the service area requiring a valid Manitoba driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should selectthe "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.