Biomedical Technician I

North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician I to ensure the reliable operation of biomedical equipment. You will perform routine and emergency repairs, assist departments with equipment maintenance, and help maintain comprehensive documentation for regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong communication skills, the ability to work independently or in a team, and willingness to travel for training as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of how to use a variety of electronic test equipment is required.
• Basic PC skills are required for daily documentation and repair tasks.
• Strong communication with physicians, nurses and staff is essential.
• Occasional overnight travel for training is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely repairs to electronic and electro‑mechanical biomedical equipment.
• Inspect, install and service incoming medical equipment.</br>
• Respond to emergency service requests on a rotating on‑call basis.
• Maintain thorough equipment maintenance documentation to meet regulatory standards.

Skills

Electronic test equipment

Basic PC skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Overnight travel

Independent worker

Team player

Anatomy & physiology

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career - it's a calling. Our teammates' \"True North\" is what calls them to health care; it\'s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Department: 10008410 Biomedical

Work Shift: 1

Job Description

The Biomedical Equipment Technician I at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for supporting the effective and consistent function of all biomedical equipment by providing emergency and routine service and serving as a knowledge resource on technical use and needs. This position engages strong organizational and communication skills to support other departments\' use of biomedical equipment and maintain clear and comprehensive maintenance documentation. The Biomedical Equipment Technician I supports NMHS\' ability to provide high quality care by ensuring all biomedical equipment is installed and maintained quickly and accurately to ensure ongoing functionality and care.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Customer Service

• Provide customer service with timely and accurate repairs to electronic and electro-mechanical equipment.


• Assist other departments with the management and maintenance of equipment.

New Equipment

• Inspect and install incoming medical equipment.


• Perform pre-purchase evaluations of clinical equipment.

Emergency Services

• Provide emergency service in a rotating on-call capacity.

Regulatory Knowledge

• Provide good documentation of equipment maintenance to meet JCAHO and FDA.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of how to use a variety of electronic test equipment; required.


• Basic PC skills; required.


• Basis understanding of anatomy and physiology; preferred.


• Good communication and customer service skills; required.


• Occasional overnight travel to attend training sessions; required.


• Must manage daily scheduling of tasks to prioritize work and meet customer needs.


• Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team.


• Must have daily contact with physicians, nurses, department heads, and other employees.


• Must occasionally provide equipment training to end users.


• Must occasionally represent NMMC and Biomedical Services to vendors.

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing. Constantly


• Walking. Frequently


• Sitting. Rarely


• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs


• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently


• Climbing. occasionally


• Balancing. occasionally


• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently


• Reaching/Over Head Work. Frequently


• Grasping. Frequently


• Speaking. occasionally


• Hearing. Constantly


• Repetitive Motions. Constantly


• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Salary Range: $25.78-$32.23

Education: Associate\'s Degree | Logistics Management | Required

Certifications: Ambulance Driver License - AMBDL