JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN I (BMET I) - DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, Holmdel, New Jersey, United States
BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN I (BMET I) – DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY SERVICES at
JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
Overview The Biomedical Engineering Technician I (BMET I) maintains medical equipment readiness and ensures conformance with manufacturer specifications by performing scheduled maintenance, repairs, end‑user support, and installations. BMET technicians support compliance with the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) to improve patient safety at Hackensack Meridian Health.
Responsibilities
Tests and calibrates medical devices (preventive maintenance).
Troubleshoots medical devices in a clinical setting and/or bench/depot setting (corrective maintenance).
Installs and inspects new, trial and/or demonstration equipment prior to use (incoming inspection).
Ensures compliance with all regulatory processes necessary (CMS, FDA GMP, NJDOH, etc.).
Educates self in the proper use, care and maintenance of medical devices.
Reviews technical manuals for understanding of product specifications and safety.
Maintains comprehensive records of all maintenance and repair activities, documenting each action thoroughly.
Troubleshoots medical device networks and reports findings/issues to leader.
Maintains inventory of repair parts, supplies, and technical resources.
Orders repair parts and/or components and supplies as required using HMH ERP system(s).
Maintains incoming and outgoing equipment log for repair and maintenance.
Transports and sources couriers for devices maintained by Biomedical Engineering between the device owner site/location/department for maintenance, or sources supplies from local vendors as directed.
Performs minor repairs on devices as directed.
Actively stays informed and knowledgeable about changes, enhancements, and new features and versions related to the equipment and machines with which you work.
Attends on‑job training as well as off‑site and/or out‑of‑state training that may require travel and overnight stays.
Travels to all Hackensack Meridian Health locations (hospitals, urgent care, primary care, etc.) as needed.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Adheres to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Lifts a minimum of 50 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
AS degree in Electronics or Biomedical Engineering or completion of a U.S. military biomedical equipment technology program; or a high school diploma, GED, and/or equivalency with a minimum of 2 years full‑time experience working on electronics equipment.
Basic understanding of electronic/mechanical devices.
Basic customer service and support functions for electronic/mechanical devices.
Unrestricted ability to attend both on‑job training as well as off‑site and/or out‑of‑state training requiring travel and overnight stays.
Knowledge of current technology and its uses as it relates to healthcare.
Ability to perform duties with some supervision.
Experience with a wide range of electromechanical devices, computers, networks and software used in the delivery of healthcare.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred
AS degree in Electronics or Biomedical Engineering.
Full‑time experience working in Biomedical Engineering.
Licenses and Certifications Required
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Compensation Minimum rate of $34.65 hourly.
Job Duties
Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
Education and certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
Geographic location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
Internal equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
Budget and grant funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.
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JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
Overview The Biomedical Engineering Technician I (BMET I) maintains medical equipment readiness and ensures conformance with manufacturer specifications by performing scheduled maintenance, repairs, end‑user support, and installations. BMET technicians support compliance with the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) to improve patient safety at Hackensack Meridian Health.
Responsibilities
Tests and calibrates medical devices (preventive maintenance).
Troubleshoots medical devices in a clinical setting and/or bench/depot setting (corrective maintenance).
Installs and inspects new, trial and/or demonstration equipment prior to use (incoming inspection).
Ensures compliance with all regulatory processes necessary (CMS, FDA GMP, NJDOH, etc.).
Educates self in the proper use, care and maintenance of medical devices.
Reviews technical manuals for understanding of product specifications and safety.
Maintains comprehensive records of all maintenance and repair activities, documenting each action thoroughly.
Troubleshoots medical device networks and reports findings/issues to leader.
Maintains inventory of repair parts, supplies, and technical resources.
Orders repair parts and/or components and supplies as required using HMH ERP system(s).
Maintains incoming and outgoing equipment log for repair and maintenance.
Transports and sources couriers for devices maintained by Biomedical Engineering between the device owner site/location/department for maintenance, or sources supplies from local vendors as directed.
Performs minor repairs on devices as directed.
Actively stays informed and knowledgeable about changes, enhancements, and new features and versions related to the equipment and machines with which you work.
Attends on‑job training as well as off‑site and/or out‑of‑state training that may require travel and overnight stays.
Travels to all Hackensack Meridian Health locations (hospitals, urgent care, primary care, etc.) as needed.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Adheres to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Lifts a minimum of 50 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
AS degree in Electronics or Biomedical Engineering or completion of a U.S. military biomedical equipment technology program; or a high school diploma, GED, and/or equivalency with a minimum of 2 years full‑time experience working on electronics equipment.
Basic understanding of electronic/mechanical devices.
Basic customer service and support functions for electronic/mechanical devices.
Unrestricted ability to attend both on‑job training as well as off‑site and/or out‑of‑state training requiring travel and overnight stays.
Knowledge of current technology and its uses as it relates to healthcare.
Ability to perform duties with some supervision.
Experience with a wide range of electromechanical devices, computers, networks and software used in the delivery of healthcare.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred
AS degree in Electronics or Biomedical Engineering.
Full‑time experience working in Biomedical Engineering.
Licenses and Certifications Required
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Compensation Minimum rate of $34.65 hourly.
Job Duties
Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
Education and certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
Geographic location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
Internal equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
Budget and grant funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.
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