Ventura County
Overview
Under minimal supervision, is responsible for biomedical clinical and diagnostic equipment including electrical, electronic, mechanical and/or electro-mechanical equipment that directly relates to patient care in all facilities of the Health Care Agency (HCA).
Educational/Bilingual Incentive Educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% may be available based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.
Agency/Department Health Care Agency - Ventura County Medical Center/Santa Paula Hospital. Certified Biomedical Equipment Tech is represented by SEIU and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Eligibility The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies within the Health Care Agency. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy.
Important Dates TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
OPENING DATE:
July 31, 2025
CLOSING DATE:
Continuous (PREVIOUSLY: August 8, 2025 at 5:00pm)
Responsibilities
Performs electrical safety checks and inspections on a variety of electrical/electronic devices and maintains Biomedical Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) records and history files on all devices
Determines, analyzes and/or isolates patient care equipment for service, preventive maintenance and repair
Inspects medical equipment and/or systems for signs of deterioration, malfunctions and failure to meet specifications
Maintains quality control and preventive maintenance program
Repairs, maintains and calibrates all medical equipment used in patient care, including life support equipment
Furnishes technical services that relate to equipment, systems and special projects
Determines if equipment is suitable for agency needs and specifications
Reviews specifications, schematics, blueprints and writing diagrams; also regulations, codes and requirements from all applicable federal, state, local and recognized organizations
Reviews equipment for departments requesting new, replacement and/or upgrading of equipment or systems
Establishes and administers medical equipment maintenance programs to develop methodology where necessary
Instructs users and operators on proper use, care and safety practices of devices and/or systems
Applies and uses electrical and electronic test and calibration equipment for the preventive maintenance, repair and calibration of all biomedical/ clinical equipment and other devices as required
May supervise as necessary
Performs other related duties as required
Education, Training and Experience Three (3) years biomedical experience and an A.S. Electronics OR Two (2) years biomedical experience and an A.S. in Biomedical Electronics OR Four (4) years of biomedical experience, and successful completion of the Biomedical Equipment Technician Certificate examination.
Necessary Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver license
Must possess and maintain a current Certification of Biomedical Equipment Technician through the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)
Must be willing to work at both Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Paula Hospital
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge:
biomedical systems theory and procedures, diagnostic equipment evaluation and testing procedures.
Ability:
diagnose and repair biomedical, electrical, mechanical, electronic and/or electro-mechanical problems by use of logic, manuals, schematics, test and calibration equipment to facilitate repair of devices to meet manufacturers' specifications with minimal supervision; maintain an effective working relationship with employees and hospital staff.
Skills:
interpret complex schematics, blueprints, service manuals, and technical bulletins, communicate effectively.
Final Filing Date This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time. Applications must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
Note: Previous closing date information may be updated; please refer to the online notice for current details.
How to Apply To apply online, refer to the County of Ventura Human Resources website. For paper applications, contact the County of Ventura Human Resources - Health Care Agency for materials and submission instructions.
Note to Applicants It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately. A resume may be attached to supplement the information but not in lieu of the application.
Supplemental Questionnaire – Qualifying All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire at filing. The questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assess qualifications. Failure to submit may result in removal from consideration.
Evaluation and Testing Applications will be reviewed to determine if requirements are met. A Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) may be used to rank applicants. Examinees must earn at least 70% to qualify for placement on the eligible list. Background investigations may be required.
Background Investigation A thorough pre-employment background investigation may be required, including inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background, and driving record. For information, contact Sabrina Anderson at (805) 654-2642 or Sabrina.Anderson@venturacounty.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.
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Educational/Bilingual Incentive Educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% may be available based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.
Agency/Department Health Care Agency - Ventura County Medical Center/Santa Paula Hospital. Certified Biomedical Equipment Tech is represented by SEIU and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Eligibility The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies within the Health Care Agency. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy.
Important Dates TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
OPENING DATE:
July 31, 2025
CLOSING DATE:
Continuous (PREVIOUSLY: August 8, 2025 at 5:00pm)
Responsibilities
Performs electrical safety checks and inspections on a variety of electrical/electronic devices and maintains Biomedical Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) records and history files on all devices
Determines, analyzes and/or isolates patient care equipment for service, preventive maintenance and repair
Inspects medical equipment and/or systems for signs of deterioration, malfunctions and failure to meet specifications
Maintains quality control and preventive maintenance program
Repairs, maintains and calibrates all medical equipment used in patient care, including life support equipment
Furnishes technical services that relate to equipment, systems and special projects
Determines if equipment is suitable for agency needs and specifications
Reviews specifications, schematics, blueprints and writing diagrams; also regulations, codes and requirements from all applicable federal, state, local and recognized organizations
Reviews equipment for departments requesting new, replacement and/or upgrading of equipment or systems
Establishes and administers medical equipment maintenance programs to develop methodology where necessary
Instructs users and operators on proper use, care and safety practices of devices and/or systems
Applies and uses electrical and electronic test and calibration equipment for the preventive maintenance, repair and calibration of all biomedical/ clinical equipment and other devices as required
May supervise as necessary
Performs other related duties as required
Education, Training and Experience Three (3) years biomedical experience and an A.S. Electronics OR Two (2) years biomedical experience and an A.S. in Biomedical Electronics OR Four (4) years of biomedical experience, and successful completion of the Biomedical Equipment Technician Certificate examination.
Necessary Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver license
Must possess and maintain a current Certification of Biomedical Equipment Technician through the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)
Must be willing to work at both Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Paula Hospital
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge:
biomedical systems theory and procedures, diagnostic equipment evaluation and testing procedures.
Ability:
diagnose and repair biomedical, electrical, mechanical, electronic and/or electro-mechanical problems by use of logic, manuals, schematics, test and calibration equipment to facilitate repair of devices to meet manufacturers' specifications with minimal supervision; maintain an effective working relationship with employees and hospital staff.
Skills:
interpret complex schematics, blueprints, service manuals, and technical bulletins, communicate effectively.
Final Filing Date This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time. Applications must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
Note: Previous closing date information may be updated; please refer to the online notice for current details.
How to Apply To apply online, refer to the County of Ventura Human Resources website. For paper applications, contact the County of Ventura Human Resources - Health Care Agency for materials and submission instructions.
Note to Applicants It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately. A resume may be attached to supplement the information but not in lieu of the application.
Supplemental Questionnaire – Qualifying All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire at filing. The questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assess qualifications. Failure to submit may result in removal from consideration.
Evaluation and Testing Applications will be reviewed to determine if requirements are met. A Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) may be used to rank applicants. Examinees must earn at least 70% to qualify for placement on the eligible list. Background investigations may be required.
Background Investigation A thorough pre-employment background investigation may be required, including inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background, and driving record. For information, contact Sabrina Anderson at (805) 654-2642 or Sabrina.Anderson@venturacounty.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.
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