Biomed Technician

Carle Health; Olney (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health, a healthcare system in Illinois, seeks a Biomedical Technician for entry-level support in medical equipment maintenance. Trainees will develop troubleshooting and hands-on mechanical skills under HTM supervision.

The BMET 1 role emphasizes installation, calibration, and repair of a limited scope, with guidance from experienced HTM professionals and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• CABT certification within 1 year is required.
• Experience in biomedical electronics or related field preferred.
• Willingness to train and grow in HTM environment.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits a basic understanding and knowledge of the job and can communicate the use of devices supported
• Can provide basic support of acuity equipment for direct patient care
• Is familiar with the operations and environment that they support(hospital, clinic,etc)
• Has a basic understanding of both local and national safety regulatory issues
• Able to solve basic front-line customer service issues
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain the medical equipment assigned
• Demonstrate the ability to learn from others on the job
• Can teach basic skills to new hires and interns
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of clinical equipment, radilogical, laboratory and network medical systems

Skills

Biomedical electronics

Education

CABT certification within 1 year

Associate's Degree: Related Field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a motivated Biomedical Technician to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with strong mechanical aptitude and electronics experience who are looking to build a rewarding career in healthcare technology. Previous biomedical experience is not required. We are willing to train the right candidate who demonstrates a strong foundation in electronics, troubleshooting, and hands-on mechanical work.

The Biomedical Technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of medical equipment to help ensure safe and reliable operation throughout the healthcare environment.

The BMET 1 position is an entry level position. The technician maintains clinical equipment through the effective use of the Medical Equipment Management Plan. Performs a variety of routine tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, calibration and repair of a limited scope of biomedical equipment under the guidance and direct supervision of an experienced healthcare technology management (HTM) professional. (Guidelines)The BMET 1 will demonstrate basic knowledge of the job, activity or function, needs supervision or mentoring on advanced assignments.

Qualifications

• Certifications: Certified Associate in Biomedical Technology (CABT) within 1 year - Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)
• Education: Experience In Lieu of Education; Associate's Degree: Related Field
• Work Experience: Biomedical electronics

Responsibilities

• Exhibits a basic understanding and knowledge of the job and can communicate the use of devices supported
• Can provide basic support of acuity equipment for direct patient care
• Is familiar with the operations and environment that they support(hospital, clinic,etc)
• Has a basic understanding of both local and national safety regulatory issues
• Able to solve basic front-line customer service issues
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain the medical equipment assigned
• Demonstrate the ability to learn from others on the job
• Can teach basic skills to new hires and interns
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of clinical equipment, radilogical, laboratory and network medical systems

About Us

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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.

Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $24.53per hour - $40.97per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.