BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

Northern Health; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Biomedical Engineering Technologist, where you will utilize your technical expertise to ensure the safety and effectiveness of medical equipment. This dynamic role involves evaluating new technologies, conducting inspections, and collaborating with clinical staff to enhance patient care. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a vibrant community surrounded by natural beauty. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Training and leadership development

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Biomedical Equipment Technology program.
• Eligibility for membership in Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of B.C.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new equipment and ensure medical equipment safety.
• Repair equipment and conduct scheduled inspections and tests.
• Provide educational support and technical information to clinical staff.

Skills

Teaching

Knowledge Integration

Communication

Critical Thinking

Management

Leadership

Teamwork

Equipment Proficiency

Education

Biomedical Equipment Technology program

Applied Science Technologists membership eligibility

Tools

Meditech

Windows

Data analysis tools

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a Biomedical Engineering Technologist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Biomedical Engineering department.

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, the Biomedical Engineering Technologist provides services at their facility and travels throughout Northern Health to perform various technical functions related to the Biomedical Engineering Program. These include evaluating new equipment, ensuring medical equipment safety, repairing equipment, conducting scheduled inspections and tests, maintaining records, and providing educational support and technical information to clinical staff. They report to a lead technologist and collaborate with colleagues in Biomed and ITS to serve Northern Health staff.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, Days - 08:00 to 16:00

Prince Rupert Regional Hospital

This 24-bed facility handles approximately 22,000 ER visits annually and is equipped with Medical Imaging, Laboratory, ICU, ER, and Maternity services, including:

• Acute Care
• Internal medicine
• Ultrasound
• CT scans
• Surgery
• Emergency department
• Extended care
• Pediatrics
• Radiology
• Obstetrics and Gynecology

Additional services include Diabetes Education, Healthy Heart and Rehabilitation, Podiatry, Orthopedics, and visiting specialists.

About Prince Rupert

A marine-based port city on BC’s Pacific Coast, Prince Rupert offers wilderness exploration and wildlife viewing, and is a popular cruise stop. Located 721 km west of Prince George, it is BC’s North Coast transportation hub, home to 13,500 residents, and surrounded by natural beauty and First Nations history. Known as the halibut capital of the world, more info can be found on Prince Rupert.

What Northern Health Offers

• Comprehensive benefits including extended health/dental and a pension plan
• Four weeks vacation after one year of service
• Financial support for moving expenses
• Employee referral program
• Training and leadership development
• Outdoor activities and short commutes
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions

Application Documentation

Please upload:

• Registration number (if regulated)
• Supporting education/qualification documents (certificates, transcripts)
• Cover letter and resume (recommended)

International Applicants

Visit our Northern Health careers page for application steps.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Biomedical Equipment Technology program or equivalent
• Eligibility for membership in Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of B.C.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License

Skills and Abilities

• Teaching: Ability to instruct clients and groups
• Knowledge Integration: Apply current best practices and research
• Communication: Effectively communicate with diverse audiences and resolve conflicts
• Critical Thinking: Data evaluation and problem-solving skills
• Management: Organize work, prioritize, manage resources, and collaborate
• Leadership: Foster morale and innovation, support professional development
• Teamwork: Promote collaboration and excellence in client care
• Equipment: Proficient with Meditech, Windows, data analysis tools, and related equipment
• Physical ability to perform duties

Who We Are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 sq km, serving over 300,000 people with hospital and community health services across numerous communities, including 55 First Nations communities. Employing over 7,000 staff, we provide a wide range of healthcare careers in hospitals, long-term care, public health, and other specialized services.