Biomedical Equipment Technician

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician to install, calibrate, repair, and inspect medical devices, ensuring patient safety and equipment reliability. The role involves troubleshooting complex equipment and supporting upgrades on site.

Required are an Associate's Degree in Biomedical Technology and 2–3 years of hands-on experience; strong communication skills and the ability to work across clinical and research teams are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Biomedical Technology required.
• 2–3 years of biomedical equipment experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.
• Ability to troubleshoot and test medical devices with standard equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, calibrate, repair and test medical devices as assigned.
• Respond to equipment issues in clinical or research areas and troubleshoot.
• Perform preventive maintenance and participate in software revisions.
• Instruct staff on testing, maintenance and repair procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Testing and troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Hand and power tools

Communication with teams

Education

Associate's Degree Biomedical Technician

Tools

Test instrumentation

Diagnostic software

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Installs, calibrates, repairs, and inspects medical equipment and solves complex problems in the field.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Inspects newly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function and attaches and assigns appropriate control numbers and labels to medical devices.
• Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing. Performs preventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required. May provide information for the development of testing protocols.
• Responds to medical equipment problems in clinical areas or research areas; evaluates, troubleshoots and corrects problems.
• Performs equipment repairs of substantial difficulty to a level requiring generic test instrumentation or diagnostic software, e.g., to board or component level for electrical devices.
• Participates in medical equipment evaluations, installations, and upgrades, including software revision. Provides technical feedback for device evaluations.
• Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess operation of medical devices and systems. Notes trends and works with Team Leader to develop and implement solutions to address recurring problems.
• Instructs department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, trouble-shooting and repair of medical equipment.
• May inspect the tasks of BMETs and coordinate implementation of projects.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Biomedical Technician required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Experience as a biomedical equipment technician. 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates and understands the importance of interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with team members and customers at all levels.
• Demonstrates broad ability to perform testing and troubleshooting of medical devices involving specialized and generic test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
• Possesses a high level of understandings of electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively, and ability to occasionally maneuver and lift heavy equipment.
• Ability to learn equipment maintenance, operating procedures, and repair procedures from training materials and courses.
• Ability to perform during routine, emergency, or other stressful situations.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionaly (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

15 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$26.34 - $37.64/Hourly

Grade

4At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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