Biomedical Equipment Technician I

CommonSpirit Health; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) in California to ensure safe, functional operation of vital medical equipment. You will inspect, calibrate, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and repair a wide range of devices while maintaining service records and supporting clinical staff.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in a related field or one year of equivalent experience, a CA driver’s license, and strong problem-solving skills with meticulous

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 1 year of equivalent experience in a related field.
• Driver's License: CA.

Responsibilities

• Performs significant preventative maintenance and calibration for equipment.
• Provides equipment repair throughout the assigned area.
• Completes all record keeping for work orders.
• Assists in ordering parts and supplies for servicing equipment.
• Communicate effectively with teammates and colleagues.
• Ensure compliance and patient safety in all tasks.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Patient safety mindset

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Biomedical or related field

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As our Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET), 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 must 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.
• Completes all necessary record keeping for work orders received and/or finished.
• Assists in the ordering of parts and supplies necessary for servicing of equipment.
• Effectively communicate and partner with teammates and colleagues.
• Job Requirements*Required
• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical, related IT, Mechanical Engineering or related field. Equivalent military education, graduate of technical program, or 1 year of equivalent experience
• Driver's License: CA

Where You’ll Work

Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today, Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers, we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care, while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled, qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

*Pay Range*

$34.00 - $50.58 /hour