Boston Medical Center (BMC)
Biomedical Equipment Technician II
Boston Medical Center (BMC), Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Biomedical Equipment Technician II – Boston Medical Center
Under general supervision, provides and performs electrical safety testing, calibration, troubleshooting, performance assurance testing, and emergency repairs for all biomedical, laboratory, and associated medical instrumentation used throughout the Boston Medical Center. Orders supplies and parts for equipment and stock inventory. Maintains an accurate computer database of equipment, including departmental inventory, repair data, and retired equipment. Assists in establishing performance assurance guidelines as part of a comprehensive electrical safety program. Participates in an on‑call rotation (nights, weekends, and holidays) and covers off‑site areas North, South, East, and West of BMC Main.
Responsibilities
Troubleshoots critical‑care related instrumentation in critical‑care or surgical areas while in use; diagnoses operational failure, if any, of patient‑related equipment; determines correct operation and provides recommendations for improved use.
Conducts complete electrical safety testing and inspections on all equipment under the jurisdiction of Clinical Engineering and the Department of Health and Hospitals.
Provides required periodic calibration to ensure proper operating function.
Conducts performance assurance testing and performs maintenance procedures per protocols.
Performs emergency and routine repairs on instrumentation under Clinical Engineering jurisdiction.
Compiles and updates equipment inventory, repair data, and retired equipment.
Assists in the formation of performance assurance forms.
Participates in on‑call rotation covering nights, weekends, and holidays.
Participates in evaluation of biomedical instrumentation under supervision of the manager or designee.
Attends hospital committees and meetings as directed.
Follows established infection control and safety procedures.
Adheres to BMC’s RESPECT attributes.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in related engineering field required or at least four years’ experience in biomedical instrumentation repair.
Experience:
Three years of relevant experience in a hospital setting focused on medical device maintenance.
Certifications:
AAMI certification preferred; other OEM trainings valued.
Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of standards, regulations, and safety requirements (Joint Commission, FDA, ECRI, ASA, OSHA, DPH).
Strong knowledge of biomedical, anesthesia, and patient‑care related instrumentation; detailed understanding of hemodynamic monitoring.
Familiarity with electrical/electronic and medical terminology.
Ability to repair, maintain, test, and calibrate a wide range of detailed biomedical, anesthesia, and patient‑care instrumentation.
Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
Ability to maintain detailed records and prepare data into statistical reports.
Proficiency with standard software programs used in healthcare (MS Word, Outlook) and web browsers, patient registration systems, and electronic medical records.
Work Conditions Responsible for on‑call, 24‑hour coverage, nights, weekends, and holidays. Provides service to off‑site locations (travel necessary).
Compensation Range: $36.56–$47.29 per hour. Total compensation includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Disabled/Veterans:
Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are received only through our website; we do not request or require downloads, apps, or purchases prior to employment.
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Responsibilities
Troubleshoots critical‑care related instrumentation in critical‑care or surgical areas while in use; diagnoses operational failure, if any, of patient‑related equipment; determines correct operation and provides recommendations for improved use.
Conducts complete electrical safety testing and inspections on all equipment under the jurisdiction of Clinical Engineering and the Department of Health and Hospitals.
Provides required periodic calibration to ensure proper operating function.
Conducts performance assurance testing and performs maintenance procedures per protocols.
Performs emergency and routine repairs on instrumentation under Clinical Engineering jurisdiction.
Compiles and updates equipment inventory, repair data, and retired equipment.
Assists in the formation of performance assurance forms.
Participates in on‑call rotation covering nights, weekends, and holidays.
Participates in evaluation of biomedical instrumentation under supervision of the manager or designee.
Attends hospital committees and meetings as directed.
Follows established infection control and safety procedures.
Adheres to BMC’s RESPECT attributes.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in related engineering field required or at least four years’ experience in biomedical instrumentation repair.
Experience:
Three years of relevant experience in a hospital setting focused on medical device maintenance.
Certifications:
AAMI certification preferred; other OEM trainings valued.
Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of standards, regulations, and safety requirements (Joint Commission, FDA, ECRI, ASA, OSHA, DPH).
Strong knowledge of biomedical, anesthesia, and patient‑care related instrumentation; detailed understanding of hemodynamic monitoring.
Familiarity with electrical/electronic and medical terminology.
Ability to repair, maintain, test, and calibrate a wide range of detailed biomedical, anesthesia, and patient‑care instrumentation.
Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
Ability to maintain detailed records and prepare data into statistical reports.
Proficiency with standard software programs used in healthcare (MS Word, Outlook) and web browsers, patient registration systems, and electronic medical records.
Work Conditions Responsible for on‑call, 24‑hour coverage, nights, weekends, and holidays. Provides service to off‑site locations (travel necessary).
Compensation Range: $36.56–$47.29 per hour. Total compensation includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Disabled/Veterans:
Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are received only through our website; we do not request or require downloads, apps, or purchases prior to employment.
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