Biomedical Technologist

Canadian Blood Services; British Columbia; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join Canadian Blood Services as a Biomedical Technologist in the Equipment & Automation team, where you will provide technical support and maintenance for biomedical engineering equipment. With a commitment to saving lives and an emphasis on diversity and inclusion, this role requires a post-secondary diploma and extensive experience in a healthcare setting. Enjoy a supportive work environment with benefits including a pension plan and employee discounts.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in electronics from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience in healthcare or laboratory fields.
• Knowledge of maintenance and service software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance for Equipment Services and ensure technical support.
• Travel to Canadian Blood Services sites for equipment maintenance.
• Document services in compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Maintenance

Technical Support

Documentation

Education

Post-secondary diploma in electronics

Biomedical technologist/Clinical Engineering degree

Tools

CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)

Job description

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Job category: Facilities and equipment services
Job posting ID: 7424

Employment status: Temporary full-time
Position's anticipated end date: 2025-09-29or return of incumbent
Possible schedule/FTE: 1.0
Number of positions available: 1

Classification: HSABC
Salary/Rate of pay: $37.89 - $47.20

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full-time Biomedical Technologist to join our dynamic Equipment & Automation team.

TheEquipment & Automationteam is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Servicesby providing technical support in various aspects of biomedical engineering. You will be responsible for providing support services on an ongoing basis for installations, validations, preventative maintenance, demand maintenance and repairs of the specified centre and/or national Equipment Services equipment.

• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance for Equipment Services equipment and Canadian Blood Services manufacturing equipment.
• Travels to other Canadian Blood Services Sites to conduct maintenance and provide support.
• Provides technical support and acts as a technical subject matter expert to the equipment owners.
• Generates documentation ensuring adherence to Canadian Blood Services corporate standards and applicable regulations.
• Under the direction of the regional supervisor is responsible for technical writing related to the equipment services program.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Desired education and skills

• Post-secondary level diploma in an electronics discipline from a recognized academic institution, preferable Biomedical technologist/Clinical Engineering technology.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience with preference given to those in healthcare or laboratory fields.
• Must have some knowledge/experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), example maintenance and service software.
• An acquired knowledge of the operations of a health-related organization and/or regulated environment.
• Experience with documentation of equipment service records in a highly regulated manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Well-developed instructor skills to be used in a mentor/trainer role is an asset.

What we offer you

• Payment in lieu of vacation and stat holidays.
• Defined benefitpension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• Travel is required areas but not limited to Kelowna, Abbotsford and Vancouver Island etc.
• Physical requirements - must be able to push/pull, lift, bend, stoop, and crouch.

This position must meet the Trustworthiness and Reliability Verification requirements of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission and is subject to criminal records and employment verification checks.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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