Biomedical Equipment Technician

St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET II) to ensure the safe, functional, and reliable operation of vital medical equipment. You will inspect, calibrate, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of biomedical devices, while maintaining accurate service records.

Strong troubleshooting skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and patient safety are essential as you support

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in related field.
• AZ Driver's License required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

Responsibilities

• Performs significant preventive maintenance/safety tests/calibration for equipment.
• Provides equipment repair throughout responsible area.
• Prioritizes workload effectively with minimal supervision.
• Completes all necessary record keeping for work orders received and/or finished.
• Solves organization level customer service issues and complaints with minimal supervision.
• Assists in the ordering of parts and supplies necessary for servicing of equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Attention to detail

Patient safety

Technical documentation

Education

Associates degree in Electrical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent military education

Technical program graduate

Equivalent training certifications

Equivalent work experience

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET II), you will be a crucial technical specialist, ensuring the safe, functional, and reliable operation of vital medical equipment.
Every day, you will inspect, calibrate, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of biomedical devices. You'll maintain accurate service records and provide technical support to clinical staff, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
To be successful in this role, you will possess strong technical troubleshooting skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and patient safety.

• Performs significant preventative maintenance/safety tests/calibration for equipment
• Provides equipment repair throughout responsible area
• Prioritizes work load effectively with minimal supervision
• Completes all necessary record keeping for work orders received and/or finished
• Solves organization level customer service issues and complaints with minimal supervision
• Assists in the ordering of part and supplies necessary for servicing of equipment

Job Requirements

Required

• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering Biomedical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • OR equivalent military education
  • OR graduate of a technical program
  • OR equivalent training validated through training certifications
  • OR equivalent work experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience servicing technical equipment
• AZ Drivers License
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals
• Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs

Preferred

• Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician
• Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES)
• Certified Laboratory Equipment Specialist (CLES)
• Certified Healthcare Technology Manager (CHTM)

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

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Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care

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Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
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• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.