Supervisor, BMET

cincinnatichildrens; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 84,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's is seeking an experienced clinical engineering professional for the Burnet Campus to lead staff, manage planned maintenance, and coordinate capital equipment planning. The role emphasizes equipment lifecycle, data-driven decisions, and interdepartmental collaboration across clinical engineering functions.

The position involves implementing PM activities, directing staff, and ensuring safety and compliance in a high-stakes healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in related field.
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Preferred: Academic work aligned with Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation Core Competencies for the Biomedical Equipment Tech, BMET Associate Degree, Military Training.
• Preferred: BMET Certification

Responsibilities

• Staff - Assist in the selection, development, scheduling, motivation, appraisal, and coaching of staff. Coordinate and direct staff, working in conjunction with director to develop work standards.
• Planned maintenance - Implement planned maintenance (PM) activities and evaluate PM procedures/processes.
• Planning & Reporting - Assist in evaluating/updating the five-year Capital Equipment Plan. Ensure compliance of proper documentation of all areas of responsibility. Coordinate evaluation of new/updated equipment and propose purchases.
• Communication - Participate in committees, maintain knowledge of trends, interface with Purchasing, Patient Services, and other areas to manage inventory and reports.
• Safety - Ensure work areas are organized and provide a safe environment.

Skills

7+ years experience

Education

Associate's degree in related field

BMET Certification

Job description

Primary Location

Burnet Campus Department

Clinical Engineering Shift

Day (United States of America) Schedule

Full time Weekly Hours

40 FTE

1 Employee Status

Regular

*Expected Starting Pay Range $83,969.60 - $107,224.00 *Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Staff - Assist in the selection, development, scheduling, motivation, appraisal, and coaching of staff. Coordinate and direct staff, working in conjunction with director to develop work standards. Maintain staff professional growth through appropriate orientation, in-service training, seminars, workshops, and continuing education to achieve the desired level of performance. Provide operational leadership personnel and possibly serve as temporary site manager in the absence of the Director. Maintain proper scheduling of assigned personnel. Prioritize staff & assigned resources to properly execute emergency response procedures regarding medical equipment.
• Planned maintenance - Implement planned maintenance (PM) activities and evaluate PM procedures/processes. Report to the Director those items affecting operations (present and future). Advise and participate in ad-hoc committees on medical equipment issues, as needed.
• Planning & Reporting Assist in evaluating/updating the five-year Capital Equipment Plan. Ensure compliance of proper documentation of all areas of responsibility (I.E., work orders, PM schedules, etc.). Coordinate the evaluation of new, updated, and/or proposed equipment in conjunction with the Clinical Engineer and recommend equipment purchases and standardization. Perform maintenance and repairs of medical equipment, as needed. In conjunction with the Director, develop and implement departmental goals and plans. Provide leadership to the department regarding both personnel and technical issues. Enhance organizational performance by recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data, and providing input to department discussions. Actively promote the process of knowledge transfer and technician development.
• Communication - As assigned, actively participate in various CCHMC committees covering equipment related issues. Maintain knowledge of new and current trends in health care equipment and technologies. Participate in continuing education and training to constantly update technical and personal skills. Interface daily with Purchasing, Patient Services, and other Clinical/Lab/Research areas to effectively manage the medical equipment inventory. Work with the Coordinator, Director, and Clinical Engineer to address daily concerns. Continually develop and improve all aspects of customer service skills. Provide input to the Database covering design, development, and maintenance issues. Coordinate with the database application developers/designers and database user group within the CE department. Maintain inventory accuracy within the database for all CCHMC equipment and service-related histories. Recommend reports used to analyze time tracking, PM completion, repair work order histories, and technician work schedules. Analyze data generated from the reports to set priorities and expedite operations and repairs. Recommend equipment replacement based on life cycle criteria and technology advancements.
• Safety - Ensure that work areas are organized and provide a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in related field
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
• Preferred: Academic work aligned with Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation Core Competencies for the Biomedical Equipment Tech, BMET Associate Degree, Military Training
• Preferred: BMET Certification

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's is:

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
• Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025) , America's Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation's America's Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

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