Biomedical Equipment Technician I, Full Time, First Shift, Allentown Campus

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is hiring a Biomedical Equipment Technician I to repair, test and calibrate clinical equipment across the network.

The role requires performing scheduled maintenance, diagnosing malfunctions and supporting clinical staff with technical expertise. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or Electronics is expected, with at least six months of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering / Electronics or related field.
• Six months of experience in repair and maintenance of medical equipment.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology as it relates to clinical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance, electrical safety and functional testing on medical equipment per protocols.
• Repair defective medical equipment to meet manufacturer specifications.
• Oversee manufacturers or third-party vendors when required.
• Assist other equipment/devices that the department supports.
• Provide technical consultation to clinical staff and other departments.
• Diagnose and correct system malfunctions and maintain accurate work records.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner and participate in staff training programs.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Biomedical Engineering

Electronics

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Windows OS

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Biomedical Equipment Technician I is responsible for the repair, testing and calibration of clinical equipment, devices, instruments and systems. Inspects, installs and provides scheduled maintenance of clinical equipment. Supports clinical equipment, medical staff, technicians, and administrators with technical assistance and advice.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs scheduled maintenance, electrical safety and functional testing on various medical equipment, which may include some specialized equipment such as Dialysis to departmental and manufacturer protocols and specifications on a routine basis for the Network.
• Repairs defective medical equipment, which may include some specialized equipment such as Dialysis equipment to meet or exceed manufacturer specifications throughout the Network.
• May be required to oversee manufacturer or third party vendors.
• Will also help with other equipment/devices that the Department supports.
• Responsible for the overall support of instrumentation in all clinical areas as assigned.
• Diagnoses and corrects system and equipment malfunctions.
• Maintains accurate records for all work performed.
• Entry and or paperwork should be completed on a timely basis.
• Participates in staff in-service educational programs.
• Participates in pre-purchase evaluation programs as required Provides technical consultation to other department personnel.
• Performs evaluation of equipment failures to identify trends, design and/or use problems.
• Performs installations of clinical equipment and other technical devices.
• Assures applicable clinical equipment and product recall actions are completed as required.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Requires standing for up to eight hours a day or walking for up to four per day. Sitting for extended periods of time. Frequent fingering, handling and twisting and turning in using hand tools or other situations. Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 60 pounds. Occasional pulling and pushing objects weighing greater than 300 pounds. Climbing vertical ladders up to 20 feet. Seeing as it relates to normal vision, and hearing as it relates to normal hearing. Sense of smell as it relates to distinguishing burning or other odors when working on equipment.

EDUCATION

Associate’s, bachelor’s degree or military equivalent program in Biomedical Engineering / Electronics, Electronic Technology or or related field.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

A minimum of six months of experience in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted if approved. Must have mechanical and electrical knowledge. Knowledge of electronic theory, technology and test equipment. Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology and Medical Terminology as it relates to clinical equipment. Basic knowledge of computers, servers, networks and Windows operating systems.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid driver's license and willing to drive to various Network locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Founded in 1872, St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue in excess of $4 billion, the Network’s service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. St. Luke’s hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital. SLUHN is the only Lehigh Valley-based health care system to earn Medicare’s five-star ratings (the highest) for quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction. It is both a Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades Top Hospital and a Newsweek World’s Best Hospital. The Network’s flagship University Hospital has earned the 100 Top Major Teaching Hospital designation from Premier 13 times total and eleven years in a row, including in 2023 when it was identified as THE #4 TEACHING HOSPITAL IN THE COUNTRY. In 2021, St. Luke’s was identified as one of the 15 Top Health Systems nationally. St. Luke’s is the ONLY health care institution in the Lehigh Valley to be named a Top Workplace regionally repeating the exclusive honor for the third year in a row. Also, for the third straight year, St. Luke’s has been a Top Workplaces in the Philadelphia Region by the Philadelphia Inquirer, ranking 9th in the large employer category for 2025 and the only health care system in PA to receive this award. In 2025, St. Luke’s was recognized as a national Top Workplaces by USA Today, three years in a row, including the 3rd best health care system in the nation in 2023 and 2024. Lastly, in 2025, St. Luke’s was named a Top Workplace in New Jersey for the third year in a row.

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