Biomedical Engineering Technologist - Biomedical Engineering

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Sydney; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a DI Engineering Technologist to ensure the high performance and safety of diagnostic imaging equipment. This full-time role involves maintenance, inspection programs, and requires an accredited diploma. Candidates must have experience in the field and effective communication skills. Join a diverse and innovative team dedicated to health excellence in Nova Scotia.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Travel and long-term disability insurance

Market Adjustment eligibility

Qualifications

• Accredited diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology required.
• Experience servicing Diagnostic Imaging equipment necessary.
• Must be registered or eligible for TechNova Certification within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and complete maintenance and inspection programs.
• Ensure high performance and safety for Diagnostic Imaging Department.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of networking of medical devices

Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Competencies in other languages

Education

Two-year course in Electronics Engineering Technology

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 203858
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: FMS Biomedical Engineering-EZ
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
UNIFORHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 16-Jun-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Under the supervision of the Eastern Zone Clinical Engineering Manager, the DI Engineering Technologist co-ordinates and completes maintenance and inspection programs to maintain high level of performance and operator/patient safety for the Diagnostic Imaging Department of the Nova Scotia Health Authority, Eastern Zone.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Successful completion of a two-year course in Electronics Engineering Technology (accredited diploma) required.
• Must have completed basic fundamentals training for servicing diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Must have experience servicing Diagnostic Imaging equipment
• Must be registered or eligible to be registered with TechNova as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) within two (2) years of hire.
• Must have access to reliable transportation, as travel across the province is required with this position.
• Knowledge of networking of medical devices is an asset.
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.
• Effective communication skills.

Please Note: Applicants relying on equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalency in their application. Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$28.89 - $38.67 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

This position is currently eligible for a Market Adjustment of approximately $10,000.00 annually. Eligibility for a Market Adjustment is reviewed periodically.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.