Bio-Medical Equipment Technician

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals seeks a Bio-Medical Equipment Technician to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hospital medical equipment. The role includes leading technicians, supporting PM programs, and providing expert technical guidance to clinical staff to ensure equipment safety and reliability.

The successful candidate will work with ECG machines, patient monitors, incubators, and networked systems, collaborating with physicians and nurses to resolve issues promptly and minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Diagnose and troubleshoot various medical devices and systems.
• Lead PM activities and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Provide technical guidance to repair technicians and clinical staff.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and vendors for repairs and parts.
• Maintain thorough service documentation and compliance records.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, test, calibrate, and repair medical equipment.
• Lead and mentor biomedical technicians in clinical settings.
• Support preventive maintenance programs and safety testing.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to address equipment concerns.
• Document performance, service requests, and equipment history.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Technical leadership

Collaboration with clinicians

Documentation and reporting

Tools

ECG machines

Monitor systems

Infant incubators

Medical equipment networking

Job description

Under the general supervision of the Director of Bio-Medical Engineering, the Bio-Medical Equipment Technician is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and ensuring the safe and effective operation of medical equipment throughout the hospital. The position provides technical guidance to equipment repair technicians, assists clinical departments with equipment-related needs, and supports preventive maintenance programs to ensure medical equipment remains operational and compliant with applicable safety standards.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and provide technical guidance to medical equipment repair technicians, assisting with complex troubleshooting, equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, and other technical needs.
• Perform routine and complex inspections, troubleshooting, testing, calibration, repairs, and preventive maintenance (PM) on various types of medical equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Serve as the lead technician for patient monitoring systems, electrocardiogram (ECG) machines, infant incubators, and medical equipment networking systems, providing specialized technical support, maintenance, and repairs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff to identify equipment-related concerns, resolve technical issues, and maximize the effective utilization of medical equipment within their respective departments.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions, identify defective components, and perform necessary repairs or adjustments to restore medical equipment to proper working condition while minimizing equipment downtime.
• Recommend replacement parts, tools, supplies, and other materials to the Director of Bio-Medical Engineering to support timely equipment repairs, maintenance, and continued operational efficiency.
• Assist the Director of Bio-Medical Engineering in evaluating existing medical equipment and making recommendations regarding equipment replacement, upgrades, and continued serviceability based on performance, age, maintenance history, and clinical needs.
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance inspections and safety testing of medical equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, departmental procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of equipment inspections, repairs, preventive maintenance activities, service requests, and equipment performance within the department's equipment management system.
• Provide technical assistance and training to clinical staff and other equipment users regarding the proper operation, basic troubleshooting, and safe handling of medical equipment to reduce equipment-related incidents and improve operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers, vendors, and external service providers regarding technical support, specialized repairs, replacement components, and equipment servicing when necessary.
• Assist with the installation, configuration, testing, and implementation of new or replacement medical equipment, ensuring equipment is functioning properly before being placed into clinical service.
• Respond to urgent equipment failures and service requests, prioritizing repairs based on patient safety, clinical urgency, and operational needs to minimize interruptions to patient care.
• Monitor recurring equipment failures, identify maintenance trends, and recommend corrective actions or process improvements to enhance equipment reliability and reduce service disruptions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Bio-Medical Engineering in support of departmental operations and the hospital's patient care mission.