Biomedical Equipment Technician I

MH-Memphis Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Healthcare is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician I to perform maintenance and safety testing on general patient care equipment. You will handle routine preventive maintenance on pumps, monitors, incubators, defibrillators, and other devices, ensuring equipment meets safety and performance standards.

The role emphasizes independent judgment, accurate record-keeping, and collaboration with clinical staff to support safe patient care and MLH values.

Qualifications

• Required: Associates Degree in Biomedical Engineering
• Preferred: Associates Degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering
• Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent, with relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance on clinical equipment and devices.
• Conducts operational and safety testing of devices and systems.
• Maintains documentation for equipment lifecycle and servicing.
• Orders supplies and parts for maintenance activities.

Skills

Clinical equipment knowledge

Analytical skills

Written and oral communication

Troubleshooting

Electrical/Mechanical principles

Independent judgment

Education

Associates Degree Biomedical Engineering

Associates Degree Computer Engineering

Associates Degree Electrical Engineering

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

The Biomedical Equipment Technician I performs operational and safety testing, maintenance and repairs on general patient care equipment for Methodist Healthcare. Performs routine preventative maintenance on general patient care equipment including but not limited to Infusion/PCA/Syringe/Ambulatory Pumps, Physiological/Fetal/EKG/Vital Signs Monitors, Infant Radiant Warmers & Incubators, Treadmills, Defibrillator/Pacemakers, Warming Cabinets, Patient Warming/Cooling Units, Patient Compression Units, General PT Equipment, General Respiratory Equipment, & other General Biomedical Equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

The Biomedical Equipment Technician I performs operational and safety testing, maintenance and repairs on general patient care equipment for Methodist Healthcare. Performs routine preventative maintenance on general patient care equipment including but not limited to Infusion/PCA/Syringe/Ambulatory Pumps, Physiological/Fetal/EKG/Vital Signs Monitors, Infant Radiant Warmers & Incubators, Treadmills, Defibrillator/Pacemakers, Warming Cabinets, Patient Warming/Cooling Units, Patient Compression Units, General PT Equipment, General Respiratory Equipment, & other General Biomedical Equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Performs preventative maintenance and electrical safety inspections of clinical equipment, devices, and systems.
• Maintains documentation and inspects/tests all newly purchased, evaluation, demo, leased or rented medical equipment.
• Determines cause of problems or malfunctions of minor medical equipment.
• Orders supplies and parts for preventative maintenance activities and services.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self- development and enhancement of professional competency.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Associates Degree Biomedical Engineering
• Preferred - Associates Degree Computer Engineering
• Preferred - Associates Degree Electrical Engineering
• Preferred - High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience Requirements

• Preferred - Internship
• Preferred - Substitutions allowed: In lieu of Associate's degree, the candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent with three (3) years of experience in Clinical Engineering, electronic engineering, computer, or related engineering experience. 3-5 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - Class D Driver License - Tennessee - Tennessee Motor Vehicle
• Preferred - Class R Driver's License - Mississippi - Mississippi Motor Vehicle
• Preferred - Class D Driver's License - Arkansas - Arkansas Motor Vehicle

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of clinical equipment.
• Exceptional analytical skills.
• Effective written and oral communications.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply highly technical principles, concepts and techniques in solving complex technical problems.
• Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials, such as equipment manuals.
• Ability to communicate verbally with all levels of associates, physicians and equipment manufacturers and vendors.
• Demonstrates a logical and methodical approach in analyzing problems and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrates effective and correct use of hand tools.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize tasks, set priorities and maintain control of workflow.

Supervision Provided by this Position

There are no leads or supervisory responsibilities associated with this role.

Physical Demands

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.

Must have good balance and coordination.

The physical requirements of this position are: heavy work - exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently.

The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.

The Associate may be required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy,