Biomedical Equipment Technician

Mercyhealth; Freeport (IL); Hybrid; USD 3,582,000 - 5,235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

FSA/HSA options

Generous paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition and certification reimburse

Certification reimbursement

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

On-demand pay

Financial education

Annual recognition events

Partner appreciation days

Family entertainment discounts

Community service opportunities

Job summary

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital in Freeport, IL seeks a Biomedical Equipment Technician to oversee maintenance and repair of medical equipment, ensuring safety, reliability and availability for patient care. The role includes supervising staff, managing work schedules and equipment records, and coordinating projects.

You will work with leadership and customers to improve operations, maintain the CMMS database, and participate in training.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering/Electronics or related degree, or Military Bio-Medical related certification.
• In lieu of a degree, 2-3 years of direct Bio-Medical experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Reviews work orders and preventive maintenance tasks to determine work priorities.
• Schedules repair, maintenance and installation of machines, tools, and equipment by self-performance and delegation of work assignments.
• Directs maintenance activities on biomedical equipment to provide the highest standards for safety, quality, and availability of medical equipment.
• Manages CMMS database.
• Coordinates special projects.
• Requisitions tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations.
• Directs training of workers to improve work performance and acquaint workers with Mercyhealth policies and procedures.
• Confers with Leadership, customers and quality assurance staff to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of work performance and equipment.
• Assists Manager in preparation of department budget and monitors expenditure of funds in budget.

Education

Associate Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering/Electronics or related degree

Job description

## Biomedical Equipment TechnicianApply: Onsite: Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital - Freeport, IL: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-00285**Overview** This role oversees the maintenance and repair of biomedical equipment to ensure it is safe, reliable, and available for patient care. Responsibilities include supervising maintenance staff, managing work schedules and equipment records, coordinating projects, supporting the department budget, and working with leadership and customers to improve operations. **Schedule:** 40-hours per week **Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Reviews work orders and preventive maintenance tasks to determine work priorities.* Schedules repair, maintenance and installation of machines, tools, and equipment by self-performance and delegation of work assignments.* Directs maintenance activities on biomedical equipment to provide the highest standards for safety, quality, and availability of medical equipment.* Manages CMMS database.* Coordinates special projects.* Requisitions tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations. Directs training of workers to improve work performance and acquaint workers with Mercyhealth policies and procedures.* Confers with Leadership, customers and quality assurance staff to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of work performance and equipment.* Assists Manager in preparation of department budget and monitors expenditure of funds in budget.* The Supervisor is the department representative and liaison with internal customers.**Education and Experience*** Associate Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering/Electronics or related degree or Military Bio-Medical related certification* In lieu of a degree, 2-3 years of direct Bio-Medical experience will be considered.**Certification and Licensure*** For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles:* Maintain a valid driver's license.* Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.**PAY RANGE:**$25.60 - $38.40Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.