Biomedical Equipment Technician I/II

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium; Juneau (AK); Presencial; USD 47.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Descripción de la vacante

SEARHC is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician II to perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and repairs on diverse medical equipment across multiple sites in Alaska. The role emphasizes accurate CMMS/AIMS documentation, safety inspections, and clinical user support to ensure patient care equipment reliability.

You will work with Biomed leadership and clinical departments to coordinate service plans, escalation when needed, and regulatory readiness.

Formación

• Associate degree or higher in biomedical equipment technology, electronics, information technology, healthcare technology, or related field required; equivalent military technical training or directly relevant technical experience may be considered.
• 2 years BMET experience may be used in lieu of degree.
• Valid driver’s license required; must remain insurable under SEARHC automobile insurance policy.
• Job-related certification such as CBET, CRES, CompTIA, manufacturer training, or equivalent technical certification preferred.
• Experience with CMMS/AIMS, Microsoft Office, and healthcare documentation workflows preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Independently perform scheduled preventive maintenance, safety inspections, repairs, and calibrations on a broad range of medical equipment.
• Support equipment installations, relocations, incoming inspections, device setup, and safe return-to-service after service or repair.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, escalate complex repairs, and coordinate vendor support when needed.
• Document all work activities in CMMS/AIMS with accurate records and timely updates.

Conocimientos

Intermediate electronics

Technical troubleshooting

Equipment inspection

Preventive maintenance

Calibration

Repair

Return-to-service

Educación

Associate degree or higher in biomedical equipment technology/related field

Herramientas

CMMS/AIMS

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Pay Range:Pay Range:$34.15 - $47.93 Job Profile SummaryThe Biomedical Equipment Technician II (BMET II) is an intermediate-level technical position responsible for independently performing preventive maintenance, safety inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, calibrations, equipment support, clinical user support, and accurate service documentation for a broad range of assigned medical equipment with limited supervision and appropriate escalation to senior technicians, vendors, or Biomed leadership when needed. In addition to foundational technician responsibilities, this role supports the Healthcare Technology Management / Biomedical Engineering program through timely CMMS/AIMS documentation, work order follow-up, equipment record accuracy, preventive maintenance documentation, regulatory readiness, safe equipment practices, and professional communication with clinical departments, Facilities, Finance, vendors, and supported sites. The role requires attention to detail, sound judgment, prioritization, problem-solving, and a customer-focused approach because not all operational scenarios can be addressed through pre-prescribed protocols.SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.Job DescriptionKey Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the JobBMET II Technical Service ResponsibilitiesIndependently perform scheduled preventive maintenance, safety inspections, repairs, functional checks, troubleshooting, and calibrations on a broad range of assigned medical equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, regulatory standards, and department policy.Support equipment installations, relocations, incoming inspections, device setup, functional verification, clinical user support, and safe return-to-service activities following service or repair.Troubleshoot equipment issues, resolve moderate technical problems, escalate complex repairs to senior BMETs or leadership, and coordinate vendor support when appropriate.Use test equipment safely and appropriately, document test results, identify defective equipment or unsafe conditions, and remove equipment from service when needed to protect patients, staff, and operations.CMMS / Work Order Program SupportAccurately document all work activities in CMMS/AIMS, including work orders, preventive maintenance records, service actions, parts used, labor time, equipment status, and maintenance history.Respond to assigned electronic work orders; update status notes; support routing, prioritization, follow-up, and escalation of urgent, overdue, deficient, or aging work orders.Communicate equipment status, expected service timelines, downtime impacts, and service plans clearly and professionally to clinical users, Biomed leadership, and affected departments.Database, Asset Records, and Documentation ControlSupport accurate equipment inventory records, asset metadata, equipment history, preventive maintenance documentation, service manuals, user manuals, and related electronic files.Assist with maintaining standardized nomenclature, accurate location and ownership information, replacement planning data, and documentation needed for capital equipment planning.Maintain organized documentation for clinical equipment used across hospitals, clinics, remote sites, and supported non-SEARHC locations as assigned.Regulatory, Survey Readiness, and ReportingSupport DNV, CMS, Alaska State Regulations, Environment of Care, and internal audit readiness through timely documentation, accurate equipment records, and prompt follow-up on deficiencies.Assist with monthly work order statistics, equipment failure documentation, preventive maintenance completion tracking, and retrieval of survey-ready service documentation when requested.Department Coordination, Purchasing, and Replacement PlanningSupport department coordination activities such as parts ordering, receipt documentation, purchase tracking, equipment replacement information, P-card documentation, and Finance capitalization support when assigned.Coordinate respectfully with Facilities, clinical departments, Finance, vendors, and supported non-SEARHC locations to support safe equipment operations and timely service resolution.Participate in training, competency development, field service activities, travel assignments, and after-hours or weekend operational support when required by facility or clinical circumstances.Perform other duties as assigned based on facility, department, and clinical operational needsEducation, Certifications, and Licenses RequiredAssociate degree or higher in biomedical equipment technology, electronics, information technology, healthcare technology, or related field required; equivalent military technical training or directly relevant technical experience may be considered. 2 years experience as BMET may be used in lieu of degree.Valid driver’s license required; must remain insurable under the SEARHC automobile insurance policy.Job-related certification such as CBET, CRES, CompTIA, manufacturer training, or equivalent technical certification preferred.Experience RequiredIntermediate-level position; prior experience in biomedical equipment support, electronics, mechanical repair, IT support, healthcare support workflows, military technical training, facilities maintenance, or related technical service required or strongly preferred based on operational need.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office required.Experience with data entry, records management, work order documentation, equipment records, administrative coordination, or healthcare documentation workflows preferred.Ability to integrate, communicate, and facilitate workflows with Biomed, clinical departments, vendors, and other operational stakeholders required.Demonstrated ability to perform assigned technical service work with increasing independence, sound judgment, and timely escalation of complex issues required.Knowledge of· Intermediate electronics, electrical safety, mechanical systems, medical device function,anatomy and physiology, troubleshooting methods, and safe testing practices.· Basic electronics, electrical safety, mechanical systems, medical device function, anatomyand physiology, and safe testing practices.· Biomedical equipment documentation, equipment inventory practices, preventivemaintenance concepts, service record expectations, and equipment lifecycle support.· CMMS/AIMS work order workflows, equipment records, preventive maintenanceschedules, service manuals, electronic files, shared drives, and documentation controlpractices.· Healthcare documentation standards, regulatory readiness expectations, Environment ofCare support, privacy, information security, infection prevention, and safe work practices.Skills in· Intermediate electronics, technical troubleshooting, equipment inspection, preventivemaintenance, calibration, repair, and return-to-service decision support.· Accurate CMMS/AIMS documentation, work order updates, service note entry, equipmentrecord maintenance, and follow-up on open items.· Organization, time management, written communication, verbal communication,professional follow-up, and customer-focused service.· Prioritizing service requests, documenting actions taken, identifying safety concerns, andescalating issues appropriately.· Maintaining accurate records, improving data quality, and supporting audit-readydocumentation.Ability to· Work independently on assigned BMET responsibilities while continuing to seek supportfrom senior staff, vendors, or leadership when complexity, safety risk, or operationalimpact requires escalation.· Assess and prioritize assigned work orders, preventive maintenance tasks, servicerequests, projects, and competing demands.· Work safely and professionally in patient care areas while minimizing disruption to clinicaloperations.Additional Job DescriptionEducation, Certifications, and Licenses RequiredAssociate degree or higher in biomedical equipment technology, electronics, information technology, healthcare technology, or related field required; equivalent military technical training or directly relevant technical experience may be considered. 2 years experience as BMET may be used in lieu of degree.Valid driver’s license required; must remain insurable under the SEARHC automobile insurance policy.Job-related certification such as CBET, CRES, CompTIA, manufacturer training, or equivalent technical certification preferred.Experience RequiredIntermediate-level position; prior experience in biomedical equipment support, electronics, mechanical repair, IT support, healthcare support workflows, military technical training, facilities maintenance, or related technical service required or strongly preferred based on operational need.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office required.Experience with data entry, records management, work order documentation, equipment records, administrative coordination, or healthcare documentation workflows preferred.Ability to integrate, communicate, and facilitate workflows with Biomed, clinical departments, vendors, and other operational stakeholders required.Demonstrated ability to perform assigned technical service work with increasing independence, sound judgment, and timely escalation of complex issues required.Knowledge of· Intermediate electronics, electrical safety, mechanical systems, medical device function,anatomy and physiology, troubleshooting methods, and safe testing practices.· Basic electronics, electrical safety, mechanical systems, medical device function, anatomyand physiology, and safe testing practices.· Biomedical equipment documentation, equipment inventory practices, preventivemaintenance concepts, service record expectations, and equipment lifecycle support.· CMMS/AIMS work order workflows, equipment records, preventive maintenanceschedules, service manuals, electronic files, shared drives, and documentation controlpractices.· Healthcare documentation standards, regulatory readiness expectations, Environment ofCare support, privacy, information security, infection prevention, and safe work practices.Skills in· Intermediate electronics, technical troubleshooting, equipment inspection, preventivemaintenance, calibration, repair, and return-to-service decision support.· Accurate CMMS/AIMS documentation, work order updates, service note entry, equipmentrecord maintenance, and follow-up on open items.· Organization, time management, written communication, verbal communication,professional follow-up, and customer-focused service.· Prioritizing service requests, documenting actions taken, identifying safety concerns, andescalating issues appropriately.· Maintaining accurate records, improving data quality, and supporting audit-readydocumentation.Ability to· Work independently on assigned BMET responsibilities while continuing to seek supportfrom senior staff, vendors, or leadership when complexity, safety risk, or operationalimpact requires escalation.· Assess and prioritize assigned work orders, preventive maintenance tasks, servicerequests, projects, and competing demands.· Work safely and professionally in patient care areas while minimizing disruption to clinicaloperations.Required Certifications:If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!