Biomedical Engineer

Application Deadline: 08/06/2026

Job Summary

The Biomedical Engineer is responsible for ensuring the safe reliable and efficient operation of medical equipment and technology throughout the hospital. This position provides technical expertise in the installation inspection preventive maintenance repair calibration and lifecycle management of clinical equipment used in surgical services inpatient care imaging sterile processing and other patient care areas. The Biomedical Engineer collaborates with clinical staff physicians vendors and leadership to support high-quality patient care maintain regulatory compliance minimize equipment downtime and evaluate new technologies that improve operational effectiveness.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance inspections testing calibration and repairs on medical equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and regulatory standards
• Troubleshoot diagnose and repair biomedical equipment coordinating vendor service when appropriate
• Maintain accurate maintenance records repair documentation service histories and equipment inventories
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements including CMS The Joint Commission OSHA NFPA AAMI and other applicable standards
• Conduct incoming inspections and acceptance testing of new medical equipment prior to clinical use
• Assist in evaluating selecting and implementing new medical technologies and equipment
• Monitor equipment performance identify trends and recommend replacement or capital purchases based on age reliability utilization and repair history
• Collaborate with clinical departments to prioritize equipment repairs and minimize disruptions to patient care
• Provide education and guidance to staff regarding proper operation care and basic troubleshooting of medical equipment
• Participate in emergency response for equipment failures affecting patient care
• Assist with equipment recalls hazard alerts and corrective actions as issued by manufacturers or regulatory agencies
• Manage vendor relationships in collaboration with the Facilities Manager
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for warranty repairs specialized maintenance and equipment installations
• Support cybersecurity initiatives for connected medical devices in collaboration with Information Technology
• Assist with medical equipment planning for renovation expansion or construction projects
• Participate in on-call coverage and respond promptly to call-ins to ensure continuous patient care and surgical support as needed
• Use the organizations secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols including timely receipt and responses to communications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Quality assurance and accreditation standards
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations patient confidentiality laws and patient rights
• Effective English communication in verbal and written format
• Strong knowledge of biomedical equipment principles electronics electrical systems and medical device technology
• Working knowledge of applicable healthcare regulations and accreditation standards
• Ability to troubleshoot complex medical equipment using technical manuals diagnostic tools and test equipment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple service requests in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Quality work including attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced computer proficiency
• Carry out customer service standards
• Prioritize tasks effectively through managing workload based on urgency and importance
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Continuously learn and improve through staying up to date on job specific trends policies and new technologies
• Successfully demonstrate organization-wide performance review competencies

Qualifications

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• Bachelors degree in Biomedical Engineering Biomedical Engineering Technology Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or closely related field required
• Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) certification required within three years of hire
• Previous experience maintaining and repairing biomedical equipment in a hospital or healthcare setting required
• Must possess a cell phone that interfaces the organizations secure message system

Benefits

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Free meals
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race color creed sex religion marital status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition parental status sexual orientation veteran status genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation benefits training promotions transfers layoffs our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information please review theKnow Your Rightsnotice from the Department of Labor.

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