Biomedical Technician

Magrabi Health; Abha; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Saudi Arabia seeks a biomedical technician to repair and maintain medical equipment, assisting nursing staff with equipment operation. Candidates must have an associate degree in biomedical or electronic engineering and valid registration with the Saudi Engineering Council. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting devices, preventative maintenance, and training staff. Competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Valid registration in Saudi Engineering Council is required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule repair and maintenance of medical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic and mechanical medical devices.
• Perform preventative maintenance and electrical safety testing.
• Respond to emergency repair requests.
• Train new staff on equipment use and operation.
• Maintain records and reports relevant to repairs.

Skills

Working knowledge of electrical circuitry

Knowledge of electronic test equipment

Familiarity with Health Care Accreditation Standards

Education

Associate degree in biomedical or electronic engineering

Job description

About the Role

Repairs and maintain all types of medical equipment as directed. Assists medical/nursing staff in operation/use and calibration of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receives assignment and schedules repair and maintenance of all types of medical equipment such as clinical biomedical instrumentation, infusion pumps, electrocardiographs, dialysis equipment, anesthesia machines, cardiac defibrillator and similar equipment. Refers unusual problems to supervisor.
• Uses available test equipment to test functioning of all medical equipment. Troubleshoots functioning problems and repairs medical devices (electronic, electro-mechanical and pneumatic).
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections according to manufacturers recommended procedures and modifies to meet specific needs. Performs electrical safety testing and correct problems found.
• Responds to emergency manufacturers on repair work and orders parts needed for equipment repair and maintenance.
• Participates in in-service training of new technicians and medical/nursing staff concerning use and operation of medical/biomedical equipment.
• Maintains all required records, reports, statistics etc.
• Maintains established hospital policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control programs.
• Justifies supply and equipment needs and informs supervisor.
• Attends required meetings.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, conferences etc.
• Performs other tasks as assigned/directed within his/her qualifications and capability.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in biomedical, electronic engineering or equivalent degree.
• Valid registration in Saudi Engineering Council.

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of electrical circuitry, common electronic test equipment and tools and service manuals.
• Conversant with Health Care Accreditation Standards.