Senior BMET III – Lead & Innovate Medical Equipment

Capital i; Fargo (ND); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401K Employer Matching

PTO- Vacation eligibility

Sick Leave

11 Paid Federal Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Employer-paid AD&D Insurance

Employee development resources

Résumé du poste

Capital i is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician III at the Fargo VA Medical Center to maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair a broad range of medical equipment. The role provides technical leadership and mentorship within the VA Biomedical Engineering Department, ensuring regulatory and accreditation compliance.

The position involves performing planned maintenance, diagnostics, and safety inspections, while supporting installation, lifecycle management, and training of BMET staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in biomedical equipment technology, biomedical engineering technology, electronics, engineering, information technology, or related technical field; equivalent military training; applicable HTM/BMET certificate program; or equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and qualifying experience.
• A minimum of five (5) years of hospital, healthcare, or medical center experience performing medical equipment maintenance, including experience supporting a Biomedical Engineering department, clinical engineering operations, or equivalent healthcare technology management environment
• Experience within a Biomedical Engineering department in a medical center; or knowledge of VISN, VA Medical Center, and Biomedical Engineering department operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) and asset-specific software.
• Competency in performing operational verification, planned maintenance, and repair services on medical equipment.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory, accreditation, and industry standards, including FDA regulations, Joint Commission requirements, AAMI standards, ISO standards, and healthcare technology management best practices.
• Familiarity with the setup, operation, and application of biomedical and electronic test equipment used for inspection, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of medical devices.

Responsabilités

• Perform operational verification procedures, planned maintenance, and repairs on basic medical equipment under supervision.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving equipment malfunctions using technical manuals and schematics.
• Document all service actions, maintenance, and repairs in accordance with regulatory requirements and VA policies.
• Conduct equipment performance testing and safety inspections to ensure compliance with hospital and industry standards.
• Support senior BMETs in installation and setup of new medical devices.
• Learn and adhere to VA and industry safety protocols, standards, and regulations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of test equipment and service tools.
• Independently perform maintenance, calibration, and repair of a broad range of medical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex equipment failures and develop effective repair strategies.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, FDA, and ISO standards related to medical equipment service and safety.
• Provide technical support to clinical staff regarding the proper use and care of biomedical equipment.
• Participate in the procurement, installation, and lifecycle management of medical devices.
• Conduct training sessions for BMET I technicians and clinical staff as needed.
• Assist in risk assessment and implementation of preventive maintenance programs.
• Serve as a senior technical expert, providing mentorship and leadership to junior BMETs.
• Manage complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis for high-acuity medical devices.
• Oversee special projects, such as new equipment rollouts and system integrations.
• Act as a liaison with vendors, manufacturers, and regulatory agencies to coordinate advanced service needs.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for biomedical equipment maintenance and regulatory compliance.
• Provide input on capital equipment planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance service efficiency and patient safety.

Formation

Associate degree or higher in biomedical equipment technology, biomedical engineering technology, electronics, engineering, information technology, or related technical field; equivalent military training; applicable HTM/BMET certificate program; or equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and qualifying experience.

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)

Description du poste

Capital i is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician III at the Fargo VA Medical Center to maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair a broad range of medical equipment. The role provides technical leadership and mentorship within the VA Biomedical Engineering Department, ensuring regulatory and accreditation compliance.

The position involves performing planned maintenance, diagnostics, and safety inspections, while supporting installation, lifecycle management, and training of BMET staff.