Biomedical Technologist 2-2

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician to maintain medical equipment across the hospital. You will diagnose, repair, calibrate, and perform preventive maintenance per Joint Commission standards, ensuring safe patient care and compliance with regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinicians, meticulous documentation, and on-site execution in a fast-paced engineering/facility environment.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of current standards, codes, and procedures regarding safe and effective use of medical equipment.
• Proficient in PC hardware/software applications and equipment database programs.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must be detail oriented with strong follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses problems, repairs to circuit board level, and re-calibrates equipment.
• Tracks, schedules, and completes preventive maintenance checks by due dates.
• Coordinates outside services, including service contracts, vendor, and ISO servicing.
• Performs safety and functional checks of all specified equipment and ensures proper testing before return to service.
• Maintains ongoing active communications with clinicians regarding equipment status.

Skills

Equipment repair

Calibration

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associates degree in Biomedical Technology or equivalent

Tools

PC hardware

Equipment database programs

Job description

Children's is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children's.

Work Shift

Day

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

8:30 AM

Shift End Time

5:00 PM

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Job Description

Provides complete and timely repair, calibration, and preventive maintenance of required equipment faster and more economically than any outside vendor in support of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta’s mission, vision, and values. Performs all assigned duties and tasks in an effective, efficient manner and in compliance with all appropriate regulatory agency requirements that govern the department’s operations. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Experience

• 4 years of experience in biomedical or electronics
• 2 years of experience in a hospital environment

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

Education

• Associates degree in Biomedical Technology or equivalent

Certification Summary

• No professional certifications required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Detailed knowledge of current standards, codes, and procedures regarding safe and effective use of medical equipment, including Joint Commission, National Fire Protection Association, and Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation
• Proficient in various PC hardware/software applications and equipment database programs
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must be detail oriented and have excellent follow through skills

Job Responsibilities

• Diagnoses problems, repairs to circuit board level, and re-calibrates equipment.
• Tracks, schedules, and completes preventive maintenance checks by due dates.
• Coordinates outside services, including service contracts, vendor, and ISO servicing.
• Performs safety and functional checks of all specified equipment and makes sure equipment is properly tested before being returned to service.
• Maintains ongoing active communications with clinicians regarding equipment status.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

1571 Northeast Expy NE

Job Family

Engineering/Facility Mgmt