Bio Med Tech I

Community Health Systems; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems seeks a Biomedical Technician I to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair medical equipment and systems in a healthcare setting. This entry‑level role ensures safe, accurate, and reliable operation of biomedical devices, supporting patient care through preventive maintenance and timely service.

You will document maintenance in CMMS, assist in installation and setup, and provide technical support to clinical staff.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in biomedical equipment maintenance or related technical field.
• Military medical repair school or equivalent electronic training preferred.
• Familiarity with medical equipment and technology.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine preventive maintenance on medical equipment, including patient monitoring systems, infusion pumps, imaging devices, diagnostic equipment, and laboratory instruments.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs malfunctioning medical devices and systems in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
• Conducts safety checks and electrical safety testing on biomedical devices to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Documents maintenance, repairs, and equipment performance in the CMMS.
• Assists in the installation, calibration, and setup of new medical equipment and ensures proper operation during initial use.
• Provides technical support and training to clinical staff on the proper use and care of medical equipment to prevent user errors.
• Collaborates with clinical, engineering, and other healthcare teams to ensure the reliability and safety of biomedical equipment.
• Ensures that medical equipment meets quality assurance standards and adheres to applicable regulatory requirements.
• Performs basic calibration procedures and resolves equipment issues during setup or routine use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Regulatory knowledge

CMMS experience

Communication skills

Electrical/Mechanical basics

Education

Military medical repair school

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Job Summary

Job Summary The Biomedical Technician I maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs medical equipment and systems in a healthcare setting. This entry-level position ensures the safe, accurate, and reliable operation of biomedical devices, adhering to quality assurance and regulatory standards. The role includes preventive maintenance, technical support, and collaboration with clinical and engineering teams to support patient care.

Essential Functions

• Performs routine preventive maintenance (PM) on medical equipment, including patient monitoring systems, infusion pumps, imaging devices, diagnostic equipment, and laboratory instruments.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs malfunctioning medical devices and systems in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
• Conducts safety checks and electrical safety testing (ESD/ESI) on biomedical devices to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards (e.g., ANSI, IEC).
• Documents maintenance, repairs, and equipment performance in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Assists in the installation, calibration, and setup of new medical equipment and ensures proper operation during initial use.
• Provides technical support and training to clinical staff on the proper use and care of medical equipment to prevent user errors.
• Collaborates with clinical, engineering, and other healthcare teams to ensure the reliability and safety of biomedical equipment.
• Ensures that medical equipment meets quality assurance standards and adheres to applicable regulatory requirements.
• Performs basic calibration procedures and resolves equipment issues during setup or routine use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in biomedical equipment maintenance or a related technical field required
• Military medical repair specialist school or equivalent electronic training and experience preferred
• Familiarity with medical equipment and technology preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with healthcare technology management programs, i.e. Internship.
• Medical equipment knowledge (manufacturers, models, modalities, capital planning, etc.).
• Understanding of regulatory requirements of medical devices (CMS, TJC, CLIA, AABB, NRC, State, Local).
• Advanced/Strong computer skills (proficient with Microsoft products), experience with CMMS products.
• Strong planning and organization skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, communication and presentation skills.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and mechanical principles.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Biomedical Technician (CBET) - AAMI preferred or
• Certification by the International Certification Commission (ICC) in relevant biomedical fields preferred