Biomedical Technician

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Mackay is seeking an experienced Biomedical Technician to join the team in a permanent full-time position.

In this role youll provide specialist technical support across a broad range of biomedical equipment and technologies that directly support patient care. Working with a high level of autonomy youll apply technical expertise sound judgement and problem-solving capability to maintain troubleshoot and improve critical healthcare equipment and systems.

Salary range: $41.06 $60.35 per hour plus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15900access to many staff benefits!

What youll be doing

As part of the wider Biomedical team youll contribute to service excellence continuous improvement and reliable support across Maters healthcare environments.

• Performing maintenance troubleshooting and repair of biomedical equipment ranging from routine to complex technical systems
• Diagnosing and resolving technical issues across equipment including ventilators patient monitoring systems defibrillators and infusion devices
• Installing configuring and supporting network-connected medical equipment
• Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and providing technical advice and support to stakeholders
• Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and the development of technical procedures and practices
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members through knowledge sharing and guidance
• Participating in ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities
• Participating in a 24/7 on-call roster and supporting service delivery across multiple locations when required

About you

You are a technically capable and solutions-focused professional who enjoys solving complex problems and working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Associate Diploma (pre-2000) Diploma or Advanced Diploma (or equivalent qualification)
• Restricted Certificate of Competency (Level 1 3 and 5) issued by the Electrical Workers and Contractors Board (QLD)
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting biomedical equipment in a healthcare or technical environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with the ability to work autonomously
• Experience supporting networked devices and medical technologies
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable:

• Cisco Networking Academy (CCNA) certification or higher
• Radiation Use Licence issued by Queensland Health

Why join us

Mater is Queenslands largest not-for-prosfit healthcare provider and at Mater Private Hospital Mackay we keep things personal and local. From our beginnings in 1927 to our modern 105-bed campus on the banks of the Pioneer River weve grown with our community combining advanced technology including robotic-assisted surgery and the regions first da Vinci surgical system with genuine compassionate care.

Here we are proud to be a community-based hospital and its our people who make the difference. Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mackay youll be part of a supportive and values-led team where innovation compassion and high-quality care are at the heart of everything we do.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining retail travel accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close Monday 20th July please note we may contact applicants prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW.

Direct applications only we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete preemployment checks (including criminal history working rights medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe supportive flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and our Reconciliation webpage.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.