Biomedical Equipment Technician I: Keep Hospitals Running

WVU Medicine; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SYSTEM West Virginia University Health System is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician to maintain and repair general patient care equipment, ensuring high availability and safety across hospital departments. You will participate in equipment management decisions and stay current with best practices in biomedical engineering.

This role requires an Associate Degree or equivalent, with DoD training or relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent field in Biomedical Equipment Technology or Electronics Technology.
• Completion of a U.S. DoD Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Technician program.
• High school diploma with 2 years of repair/maintenance experience in electronic, mechanical, or electrical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Maintains assigned equipment to minimize breakdowns and complete scheduled inspections.
• Provides input on Equipment Management program and evaluates new equipment for purchase.
• Attends training and stays updated on biomedical engineering practices and standards.
• Manages projects and coordinates tasks, timelines, and documentation to meet deadlines.
• Travels to remote sites as needed to assist with implementations, training, or support.
• Adheres to WVUHS policies and handles on-call responsibilities when required.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Stress management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Typing

Reading comprehension

Organization

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate Degree

DoD Biomedical Equipment Maintenance program

High school diploma + 2 years experience

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Diagnostics tools

Job description

SYSTEM West Virginia University Health System is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician to maintain and repair general patient care equipment, ensuring high availability and safety across hospital departments. You will participate in equipment management decisions and stay current with best practices in biomedical engineering.

This role requires an Associate Degree or equivalent, with DoD training or relevant experience.