Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) Specialist

Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) Specialist

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) Specialist Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs biomedical and clinical equipment to ensure safe, compliant, mission-ready patient care operations. Supports medical readiness through preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, inspections, documentation, and lifecycle sustainment planning across clinics, hospitals, and fielded medical environments.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) Specialist: Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) Specialist - Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, inspections, calibration, and electrical safety testing in accordance with OEM specifications and applicable standards.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and complete corrective maintenance; verify performance and return equipment to service.
• Document all maintenance actions within applicable maintenance and logistics systems, ensuring accuracy of work orders, parts usage, and equipment history records.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to minimize equipment downtime and maintain continuity of patient care.
• Evaluate and execute actions related to recalls, hazard alerts, Medical Materiel Quality Control Messages, field change orders, and health device alerts (e.g., FDA/ECRI notices).
• Support equipment lifecycle management activities, including replacement recommendations, sustainment planning, and end-of-life disposition in accordance with established policies.
• Provide technical guidance to junior BMET personnel and support maintenance shop workflow management, as assigned.
• Utilize maintenance and logistics platforms such as DMLSS, JMAR, GCSS-A, LMP, and TEWLS.
• Monitor and respond to safety and alert notifications from sources including ECRI and FDA notices.
• Use KPI/LMI dashboards and reporting tools to support sustainment performance management and operational readiness.
• Perform work within clinical environments, maintenance shops, and occasional warehouse or field settings.
• Lift and carry standard test equipment and medical devices; use hand tools; and perform tasks requiring bending, standing, and working in confined spaces, as necessary.
• Travel locally between supported facilities and occasionally travel for field support activities or OEM coordination, as required.
• Provide on-call and after-hours support based on mission or operational requirements.
• Prepare maintenance status reports, trend analyses, and failure analyses to support leadership decision-making and readiness reporting.
• Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, risk management, and accreditation requirements, including Joint Commission and AAAHC standards, as applicable.
• Coordinate vendor and OEM service support when repairs exceed in-house capabilities; validate completed vendor work and ensure proper documentation closeout.
• Support medical device integration readiness efforts, including inventory validation, compatibility assessments, cybersecurity coordination, and connectivity planning for enterprise EHR environments such as MHS GENESIS.
• Maintain accountability of tools, test equipment, and bench stock; ensure all test equipment calibration requirements remain current.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) Specialist - Experience, Education, Skills, and Abilities

• Completion of BMET training and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience in biomedical electronics, clinical equipment maintenance, or electronics technology.
• Demonstrated experience performing preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance on a wide range of medical devices within clinical or operational environments.
• Working knowledge of medical equipment safety practices, documentation standards, and regulated maintenance programs.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving electronics, electro-mechanical systems, and clinical device workflows.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate written documentation and maintenance status reports.
• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field (preferred).
• Completion of a DoD BMET training program (preferred).
• Experience supporting DoD or federal healthcare environments, including Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs), DHA, Army medical units, and shipboard or expeditionary medical operations.
• Experience with dental equipment installation and servicing and/or imaging and connected-care devices, such as point-of-care ultrasound and endoscopy video systems.
• Familiarity with accreditation readiness activities and compliance audits, including Joint Commission and AAAHC standards.
• Prior supervisory or lead technician experience, including mentoring and training junior personnel.
• Relevant certifications or apprenticeships, such as Electromedical Equipment Repairer, Electronics Tester, or Dental Equipment Installer/Servicer certifications (preferred).
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Government Solutions (CGS) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CGS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:

* Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)

* Biomedical Equipment Specialist

* Clinical Engineering Technician

* Medical Equipment Technician

* Field Service Engineer (Medical Devices)

Keywords:

* Preventive Maintenance (PM)

* Corrective Maintenance

* Calibration & Electrical Safety Testing

* Clinical Equipment Repair

* DMLSS / JMAR / GCSS-A / LMP / TEWLS

* FDA/ECRI Alerts & Recalls

* Medical Device Integration (MHS GENESIS)

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Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.