Biomed Technician

Job Title: Biomed Technician

Location: Cedar Knollls

Department Name: Clinical Engineering

Req #: 0000264199

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $28.41 - $29.83 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Step into a hands-on technical role where your skills help support the equipment healthcare professionals rely on every day. As a Biomed Technician, you'll use electronic test equipment, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail to inspect, maintain, and repair medical equipment while helping ensure it meets manufacturer specifications and is safe for patient care.

The Biomed Technician role may be the perfect fit for you if you're curious about how medical technology works, enjoy troubleshooting problems, and want to apply your electronics or biomedical engineering knowledge in a meaningful environment. If you are detail-oriented, safety-minded, and eager to grow your technical skills, this role offers the opportunity to make an impact while continuing to develop your career.

As a Biomed Technician, a typical day might include the following:

• Performing preventive maintenance inspections on medical equipment appropriate to your level of training and experience.
• Prioritizing inspections of higher-risk equipment while completing assigned work within established timeframes.
• Responding to service requests and troubleshooting and repairing medical equipment within your level of proficiency.
• Using appropriate electronic test equipment and demonstrating sound judgment when determining whether component- or circuit-board-level repairs are appropriate.
• Identifying unsafe equipment or conditions and promptly notifying the appropriate management team members.
• Working with senior technical staff to create and enter preventive maintenance procedures based on manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintaining adequate parts and supplies when applicable to help minimize equipment downtime.
• Accurately documenting service requests, inspections, and repairs in the biomedical equipment database.
• Inspecting new medical devices and equipment for safety, compliance with applicable codes and standards, and proper function.
• Gathering and maintaining required device information, service manuals, and operator manuals for equipment servicing.
• Assisting with medical equipment recalls and device alerts from manufacturers and/or the FDA.
• Supporting department and organizational regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and quality goals.
• Reporting violations or conditions that could place patients, staff, the department, or facility at risk.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of shop safety and the proper use of electronic test equipment.
• Providing technical assistance to clinical users, including troubleshooting equipment issues by phone when appropriate to help minimize downtime and maintain continuity of patient care.
• Participating in the Biomedical Engineering emergency on-call program and responding to urgent equipment needs when required.

The Biomed Technician role might be for you if:

• You enjoy taking things apart, understanding how they work, and solving technical problems.
• You have a strong interest in biomedical equipment, electronics, or healthcare technology.
• You approach technical work with patience, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• You understand that equipment maintenance is ultimately about patient safety.
• You are comfortable learning from senior technical professionals and applying that knowledge independently as your skills develop.
• You communicate clearly with both technical colleagues and clinical staff.
• You can recognize when an equipment issue requires escalation and aren't afraid to ask questions when safety is involved.
• You are organized and understand the importance of accurate documentation.
• You are comfortable working in a healthcare environment where priorities can change quickly.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have a minimum Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, or equivalent work/military experience in Biomedical Engineering. You must possess 0-3 years of hands-on experience in biomedical engineering or a related technical field and the ability to learn and apply basic electrical, electronic, and electromechanical concepts. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of electromechanical components, medical equipment manufacturer certification and eligibility for AAMI/ICC certification.

This is a Full-Time Day, mobile position, scheduled Monday through Friday, that requires travel through Central Jersey. Participation in the emergency on-call program is also required. When on call, you must be able to respond by telephone within 15 minutes and report to the facility within a maximum of one hour when an on-site response is required.

At RWJBarnabas Health, you'll be more than a Biomed Technician. You'll be part of the team, helping ensure that the technology healthcare professionals depend on is working safely and reliably.

Bring your technical curiosity, attention to detail, and passion for problem-solving to RWJBarnabas Health and help keep the technology behind exceptional patient care performing at its best.