Biomedical Technician I

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation in Boston is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician to maintain and assist in medical equipment management. Responsibilities include inspecting devices, performing safety testing, and conducting preventive maintenance to ensure reliable operation.

You will troubleshoot issues, participate in equipment upgrades, and train staff on testing and repair procedures. Located onsite at Mass General Brigham facilities, the role emphasizes safety and quality in clinical

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Biomedical Technology or related field.
• Experience as a biomedical technician preferred.
• Knowledge of safety principles for medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new medical devices for safety and labeling.
• Perform performance assurance and electrical safety testing.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on medical devices.
• Respond to device problems in clinical or research areas; troubleshoot.
• Repair devices to board or component level using test equipment and software.
• Participate in evaluations, installations, and upgrades of equipment.
• Conduct rounds to assess device operation in clinical areas.
• Instruct staff on testing, calibration, and basic repair procedures.
• Document inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Electrical safety

Troubleshooting

Maintenance procedures

Test equipment usage

Education

Associate's Degree Biomedical Technician

Tools

Diagnostic software

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary Maintains and assists in medical equipment management by installing, calibrating, repairing, and inspecting medical equipment. Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• -Inspects newly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function and attaches and assigns appropriate control numbers and labels to medical devices.
• -Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing.
• -Performs preventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required.
• -Respond to medical equipment problems in clinical or research areas; evaluate, troubleshoot, and solve problems.
• -Performs equipment repairs to a level requiring generic test instrumentation or diagnostic software, e.g., to board or component level for electrical devices.
• -Participates in medical equipment evaluations, installations, and upgrades, including software revision.
• -Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess the operation of medical devices and systems.
• -Instructs department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and medical equipment repair.
• -Documents inspections, repairs, maintenance procedures, and teaching activities.

Qualifications

Education Associate's Degree Biomedical Technician required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Personal Drivers License (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles preferred MGH Security RMV Check/Registry of Motor Vehicles Driving Report - MGB Internal preferred Experience Experience as a biomedical technician. 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• - Demonstrates and understands the importance of interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with team members, front line staff and vendors.
• - Understands electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles.
• - Ability to learn and perform maintenance and troubleshooting of medical devices involving appropriate test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
• - Ability to learn equipment maintenance, operating procedures, and repair procedures from training materials and courses.
• - Ability to use computer-based tools.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Physical Requirements Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
• Remote Type Onsite Work Location 100 Blossom Street
• Pay Range $26.34 - $37.64/Hourly
• Grade 4

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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