BIOMEDICAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN, BIOMED

SGMC Health; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee discounts

Company paid life insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

On-the-job training

Job summary

SGMC Health is seeking a Biomedical Technician to ensure safe and effective operation of diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment. You will perform planned maintenance, calibration, repairs, and installations while collaborating with clinicians and operations staff.

The role supports high patient care standards and reports to the Director of Biomedical Services. Preferred candidates hold an Associate's degree in medical electronics or related field and 1–2 years of equipment maintenance

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent military experience in medical electronics or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in medical equipment maintenance.
• CBET certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure biomedical devices meet regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Diagnose and repair equipment issues using relevant scientific knowledge.
• Participate in on-call service to address urgent equipment needs.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment repairs, maintenance, and inspections.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff to resolve operational problems.
• Perform planned maintenance on various medical equipment according to guidelines.
• Work in a team to monitor, resolve, and escalate equipment issues.
• Provide status reports, gather department requirements, and input on equipment purchases/services.
• Process service requests from scheduling to completion.
• Conduct inventory inspections and request necessary parts and supplies.

Skills

CBET Certification

Hand tools

Test equipment

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Anatomy & physiology

Diagnostics & repair

Customer service

Self-starter

Computer literacy

Education

Associate's degree in medical electronics/electronic technology

Tools

Field-specific test equipment

Job description

Overview

SGMC Health is committed to excellence, teamwork, and award‑winning performance. We strive to do the right thing the right way, hold ourselves accountable, require competence, and practice compassion in our service. Our culture encourages team effort, supports personal and professional development, recognizes individual talents and skills, and embraces innovation and empowerment.

Benefits

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On‑the‑job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Location

Main Campus

Department

Biomedical

Schedule

Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift

Position Summary

This position is vital in ensuring the safe and effective operation of diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment through planned maintenance, repairs, calibration, and installation. The Biomedical Technician collaborates with clinical and operational staff to maintain high patient care standards and reports directly to the Director of Biomedical Services.

Responsibilities

• Ensure biomedical devices meet regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Diagnose and repair equipment issues using relevant scientific knowledge.
• Participate in on‑call service to address urgent equipment needs.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment repairs, maintenance, and inspections.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff to resolve operational problems.
• Perform planned maintenance on various medical equipment according to guidelines.
• Work effectively in a team to monitor, resolve, and escalate equipment issues.
• Provide status reports, gather department requirements, and provide input on equipment purchases/services.
• Process service request calls and tickets – from scheduling to completion.
• Conduct inventory inspections and request necessary parts, supplies, and instruments.

Education and Experience

Preferred qualifications include an Associate's degree in medical electronics, electronic technology, or a related field (or equivalent military experience) and one to two years of experience performing medical equipment maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Active Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) Certification is preferred.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and field‑specific test equipment.
• Understanding of relevant regulations (OSHA, NFPA, HIPAA) related to the Biomedical and Health Care industries.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to diagnose and repair equipment issues effectively.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Self‑starter who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite) and ability to read schematics/drawings.

Working Conditions – ADA Information

Physical effort/lifting (the ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted). This position will sometimes require working weekends and nights or being on‑call as a regular part of the job. Travel between campus and clinic locations will be required, so a valid Driver's License for the state of Georgia is required.