Biomedical Equipment Technician I

Healthcare Staffing; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis is seeking a BMET I to inspect, repair, maintain, and calibrate medical equipment under supervision, interacting with clinicians to identify problems and develop solutions. The role emphasizes teamwork, rigorous adherence to PM procedures, and a commitment to safety and quality.

On-the-job training is provided, with a pathway to BMET II progression, enabling independent handling of more sophisticated devices and systems as competency grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or associate-level technical education in electronics/biomedical engineering.
• Willingness to participate in on-the-job training and gain competency on diverse devices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, maintain, and calibrate basic clinical equipment and devices.
• Perform planned maintenance, testing, and calibrations per PM procedures.
• Monitor open work orders to ensure timely completion and accuracy of service requests.
• Order parts or vendor services as needed to maintain equipment within specifications.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff and colleagues to resolve issues.

Skills

LAN/WAN concepts

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability under pressure

Education

Associate’s Degree in electronics or biomedical engineering

Job description

Overview

Under supervision of the Biomed Department Manager/BMET Supervisor and other senior technicians, the BMET I will inspect, repair, maintain, and calibrate all types of basic clinical equipment, devices, systems, and instruments, interacting on a routine basis with other clinical health providers to identify technology‑based problems and develop solutions. Individual will participate in on‑the‑job training programs regarding technical, administrative, and customer service requirements. The BMET I will work toward status of a BMET II by attaining the ability to independently complete all assigned tasks and acquire competency on a broader range of more sophisticated clinical devices and systems.

Essential Duties

1. Perform planned maintenance, incoming acceptance testing, and calibration of medical equipment as directed utilizing specialized equipment.
2. Perform preventive maintenance, electrical safety testing and calibrations on medical equipment using proper PM procedures and protocols.
3. Perform all tasks in strict adherence to the departmental Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP).
4. Monitor "Corrective" and "Scheduled" Open Work Order reports regularly to ensure timely completion and accuracy of work requests.
5. Order parts or vendor services necessary to maintain equipment within manufacturer’s specifications.
6. Maintain a clean, tidy and safe workplace.
7. Prove confidence and competency while supporting the maintenance of: IV Pumps, Pulse Oximeters, Suction Regulators, Flow Meters, SCD Pumps, Sphygmomanometers, Electronic Thermometers.

Qualifications

1. High School diploma, Associate’s Degree in electronics, biomedical engineering, or another technical discipline contributing to proficiency in maintenance and repair of clinical equipment within a healthcare environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.
2. 1 year experience in electronic, mechanical, or electro‑mechanical repair in either a school or on‑the‑job setting (actual classroom time may count toward this requirement).
3. Familiar with LAN/WAN concepts, able to work collaboratively across groups and teams.
4. Ability to work in a high‑pressure and complex environment where priorities may change quickly.
5. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions or direction.
6. Ability to communicate effectively with clinical staff and technical personnel.

Patient Centered Care & Behavioral Expectations

Living the Genesis Mission, Vision and Values: perform work in a manner that is quality focused. Treat patients, co‑workers, visitors and volunteers with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect. Be results oriented and focused on achievement of objectives. Acknowledge and respond to the diversity of people and situations. Encourage peers to be owners of change. Always anticipate and exceed customer needs and expectations. Engage others with patience and understanding. Act in a manner that creates positive first and lasting impressions. Own issues until they are resolved.

Patient Centered Care

1. Interface with patients, families, physicians, co‑workers, and all other internal/external customers. Introduce self and role, connect with everyone.
2. Communicate effectively, advise others of actions, pertinent information, time durations, and request feedback.
3. Ask for and anticipate needs and concerns of others.
4. Maintain a positive work environment for staff and a healing environment for patients (safe, clean, quiet).
5. Maintain dignity and privacy of each person; manage confidential/sensitive information appropriately.
6. Respond to requests in an appropriate and timely manner.
7. Exit patient/customer encounters courteously, asking if there are additional needs that can be addressed.

Promotes Patient and Employee Safety

1. Demonstrate safe patient handling.
2. Demonstrate safe materials handling.
3. Show appropriate knowledge of infectious disease precautions and use of proper protective equipment.
4. Demonstrate slip, trip and fall awareness.
5. Actively contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and quiet environment.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

1. Employee may be exposed to electrical shock, ionizing radiation, chemicals and fumes, high‑pressure air, high‑temperature surfaces, infectious disease and other hazards associated with biomedical engineering work.
2. Employee may be required to drive to various off‑site locations.
3. May be required to occasionally adjust start or stop times to accommodate patient or equipment user schedules.
4. Must be willing to work extra hours if requested and respond after hours as needed.
5. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
6. Ability to read color codes on wiring and electrical/electronic components.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job. Our mission is to provide compassionate, quality healthcare.