Biomedical Equipment Assistant — Training for Biomedical Tech

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan day one

Paid Time Off day one

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Programs through TRS

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX offers a training track for a Biomedical Equipment Assistant, a role under supervision to develop skills in maintenance and performance verification of patient care equipment. The position is for 12 to 18 months or 2,000 hours, designed for currently enrolled students at UT Southwestern partner facilities.

The program focuses on practical knowledge, safety standards, and the Medical Equipment Maintenance Plan with guidance from senior technologists,

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in an Associate’s Degree program in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Clinical or Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong basic understanding of biomedical equipment maintenance and safety procedures.
• Willingness to learn and follow UT Southwestern policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain clinical biomedical equipment used for patient care.
• Follow program guidelines for equipment acceptance, maintenance, safety, and performance verification.
• Analyze electronic equipment failures, test components, and replace faulty parts.
• Design and construct interfacing cables/adapters while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Utilize a range of hand tools and test equipment for diagnostics.
• Maintain records and reports for regulatory compliance of equipment.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth via seminars and conferences.
• Support organizational values of Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork, and Innovation.
• Attend required meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Biomedical equipment knowledge

Electrical/engineering concepts

Teamwork skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Clinical or Electrical Engineering, or similar

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX offers a training track for a Biomedical Equipment Assistant, a role under supervision to develop skills in maintenance and performance verification of patient care equipment. The position is for 12 to 18 months or 2,000 hours, designed for currently enrolled students at UT Southwestern partner facilities.

The program focuses on practical knowledge, safety standards, and the Medical Equipment Maintenance Plan with guidance from senior technologists,