Senior Biomedical Equipment Technician — On-Call Leader

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in San Diego, CA, seeks an experienced Biomedical Equipment Technician II/1 to diagnose, repair, and maintain sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. You will coordinate vendor services, inspect new devices, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

The role requires 3–5 years of expert experience with medical equipment, strong IT/cybersecurity awareness, and knowledge of healthcare regulations. On-call duties and occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• College level; or equivalent electronics training and experience.
• On the job training in a hospital medical facility.
• Must have a valid CA driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Three - Five (3-5) years expert level experience in medical equipment repair and maintenance.
• Display expert judgement and decision making in expedient situations where patient safety may be at risk.
• Working knowledge of regulatory agencies codes and standards for hospitals and clinics (title 22, TJC, AAMI, NFPA, etc).
• Proficient in computer software programs and applications, Microsoft Office, Email, etc.
• Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• General IT and cybersecurity awareness as it pertains to the healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic trouble-shooting, repair and maintenance of complex biomedical equipment.
• Coordinates vendor service for repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Performs acceptance inspection of new biomedical equipment.
• Completes purchase requisitions for parts and supplies.
• Contributes to continuous quality improvement projects and activities.
• Assumes lead role for Biomedical Equipment Technician 2 & 1.
• Fulfills team roles and ensures safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

IT & cybersecurity awareness

Anatomy & physiology

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in electronics

Formal electronics education

Tools

Network Certifications

Healthcare equipment certifications

Equipment manufacturer trainings

Job description

UC San Diego Health in San Diego, CA, seeks an experienced Biomedical Equipment Technician II/1 to diagnose, repair, and maintain sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. You will coordinate vendor services, inspect new devices, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

The role requires 3–5 years of expert experience with medical equipment, strong IT/cybersecurity awareness, and knowledge of healthcare regulations. On-call duties and occasional travel may be required.