Clinical Engineering Tech II

University of Maryland Medical System; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System seeks a Biomedical Equipment Technician to perform highly skilled repair and preventive maintenance on complex electronic patient care and clinical equipment in a hospital setting.

The role involves calibration, installation, project management, and collaboration with nursing and medical staff to ensure safe operation and reduce downtime.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology or equivalent.
• Bachelor degree preferred for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance, repair and calibration of complex biomedical equipment.
• Interprets inspection procedures and documents actions.
• Responds to work requests, troubleshoots malfunctions and performs repairs.
• Schedules third party repairs when needed.
• Maintains test equipment and communicates with clinical staff.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology

Bachelor's degree preferred

Military Biomedical Technology Course

Tools

Calibration equipment

Medical equipment testing tools

Electronic measurement devices

Job description

Job Requirements

Under the limited supervision of the Clinical Engineering Supervisor and/or Department Manager, performs highly skilled repair and maintenance of complex electronic patient care/monitoring and clinical engineering equipment, including installations, project management, calibration, routine maintenance of medical electronic equipment.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

1. Performs preventive maintenance, repair and calibration services on complex electronic patient care, clinical laboratory, computerized pneumatic conveying equipment and basic radiographic equipment in accordance with departmental standards and manufacturers operating and repair manuals.
2. Interprets and performs inspection procedures appropriately and documents procedures in accordance with Joint Commission regulations and departmental policy and procedure. Identifies potential safety hazards of equipment and documents actions taken to eliminate them.
3. Responds to work requests, troubleshoots malfunctions and makes the necessary repairs in a safe, timely and efficient manner. Installs, repairs and maintains complex diagnostic and therapeutic equipment including their electronic and mechanic components.
4. Schedules third party repair of equipment when needs are beyond the scope of the department's expertise.
5. Maintains test equipment and tools in good working order. Communicates with nursing, allied health and medical staff, regularly, regarding equipment operation to prevent/minimize equipment failure.
6. Participates in the evaluation of new, rental or demonstration biomedical equipment and make recommendation regarding acquisition.
7. Observes general clinical engineering practices and respective departmental policies and procedure to promote the overall efficiency of repair service and operations for the Biomedical Engineering Department.
8. Assists management with oversight on maintenance of departmental records, such as maintenance requests, electrical safety forms, files, relevant statistics and technical manuals on biomedical equipment in accordance with Joint Commission, federal, state and local regulations.
9. Assists with education on use and operation of clinical equipment. Responds to emergency codes as trained and assigned. Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the CARE Commitments. Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employee's knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.
10. Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
11. Performs related duties, as assigned.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions required to perform the essential functions of the Job

Work Experience Education and Experience

Associates Degree or Certificate in Biomedical Equipment Technology (or related field), or Military Biomedical Technology Course (or equivalent technical program) required. Bachelor degree preferrd. 3 years of minimum experience required in the installation, testing, maintenance and repair of medical equipment in a hospital setting with 2 years' experience in maintenance physiological monitoring.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Highly effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels hospital staff, patients, visitors, and levels of staff.
2. Knowledge of applicable trade areas.
3. Listening and organizational skills.
4. Computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft office programs.
5. Results oriented, mature, self-developing, and have integrity.
6. Be able to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions and have the ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Benefits

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $30.26- $42.37

Other Compensation (if applicable): Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide