Technical Officer Grade 2 - Biomedical Engineering

NSW Health; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Tamworth is seeking a Technical Officer (Biomedical) to ensure medical equipment is maintained and repaired to the highest standards. The ideal candidate will hold a Certificate IV in Electronics and possess strong communication skills. The role offers full-time permanent employment with multiple benefits, including generous leave and salary packaging. This position plays a crucial role in supporting patient care by minimizing equipment downtime.

Benefits

Four weeks annual leave

Up to 12 allocated days off

Superannuation contributions 12%

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Qualification equivalent to AQF Certificate 4 level in Electronics.
• Responsible attitude reflecting duty of care.
• Current NSW Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair medical equipment according to standards.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and testing of biomedical equipment.
• Liaise with clinical staff for technical support.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

ICT Networks experience

Education

Certificate IV in Electronics

Job description

Employment Type : Full Time Permanent

Position Classification : Technical Officer (Biomedical) Grade 2

Remuneration : $ 83984.54 - $94999.44 12% Super Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week : 38

Requisition ID : REQ594647

Closing Date : 25th of September

Location : Tamworth Hospital Tamworth

Tamworth Hospital is the New England's largest regional hospital recently refurbished to boast brand new state of the art facilities.

Tamworth Hospital is a major Rural Referral Hospital providing services to the North-West area of July 2015 the doors opened for to a new $220 million acute services redevelopment; equipped with 348 treatment spaces; conducting over 8000 surgical procedures per annum in over five theatre spaces.

About The Role

The Biomedical Technician plays a crucial role in supporting the delivery of safe effective patient care by ensuring that medical equipment is maintained repaired and tested to the highest standards. This position is responsible for the timely repair preventive maintenance and functional safety testing of medical equipment in accordance with AS / NZS 3551 standards.

Perform timely diagnosis and repair of medical equipment to minimise downtime and ensure continuity of clinical services.

Conduct routine testing and preventative maintenance of biomedical equipment to ensure compliance with AS / NZS 3551 standards for safety and performance.

Maintain accurate service records and documentation in accordance with HNELHD policies and regulatory requirements.

Liaise with clinical staff to understand equipment issues and provide technical support.

Participate in equipment commissioning and decommissioning processes.

Adhere to HNELHD safety standards infection control policies and risk management protocols.

About You

A qualification from an Institute of TAFE at least equivalent to the AQF Certificate 4 level. Acceptable qualifications include Electronics & Communications Certificate Associate Diploma in Electronics Diploma in Electronics or Advanced Diploma in Electronics.

A team focused individual with above average communication skills and a responsible attitude that reflects the duty of care required in this position.

Exposure or experience in ICT Networks and medical equipment integration to electronic medical records systems desirable.

Current NSW Drivers Licence and willingness to travel for work purposes.

Benefits

• Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees)
• Superannuation contributions 12%
• Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses $2.6k meal & entertainment Novated leasing.
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Information for Applicants

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