Biomedical Equipment Technician III
About the role
Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.
The Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) performs inspections, calibrations, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of medical and non-medical support equipment, including medical package tools, generators, and environmental control units. The BMET ensures all work is conducted in compliance with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) guidance, DoD instructions, applicable regulations, and unit directives.
Responsibilities
- Ensure biomedical equipment complies with Federal, State, and applicable regulatory requirements; implement quality control standards and maintain budget and vendor relationships.
- Repair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect complex medical equipment, instrumentation, and systems.
- Assign routine repairs, inspections, and installations to subordinates and observe their performance.
- Perform preventive maintenance and electrical safety testing of clinical equipment, devices, and systems; monitor completion of preventive maintenance activities performed by outside vendors.
- Review outcomes of preventive maintenance actions and make recommendations for improvements.
- Perform complex technical inspections of new, used, or reconditioned military medical equipment.
- Recommend new equipment and testing procedures.
- Follow original equipment manufacturer guidance, AFI, regulations, and unit direction.
- Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and calibration of biomedical equipment to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and safety regulations.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions in medical devices, performing necessary repairs or coordinating with vendors for service when required.
- Maintain detailed service records, documenting repairs, maintenance actions, and performance evaluations.
- Assist in the installation and configuration of new biomedical equipment, ensuring proper functionality.
- Manage life cycle, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of medical and non-medical support equipment (e.g., oxygen generating systems, radiographic diagnostics equipment, life support systems).
- Determine associated support items of equipment for scheduled services, maintenance, repairs, and calibration; supply support and provisioning requirements; and training requirements.
- Prepare necessary support documentation and purchase requisitions of parts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of biomedical equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with electrical and mechanical systems related to medical devices.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical manuals and safety guidelines.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team.
- Effective communication skills to provide technical support and document service activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree is desired but may not be required if the minimum field experience requirement is met.
- Must have graduated from the DoD Biomedical Maintenance Course or an accredited civilian Biomedical Maintenance Course.
- Must graduate from the Planmeca digital dental course no later than 12 months after start.
- Minimum 10 years of field experience (minimum of four years as a level II BMET) in managing: initial inspections, calibrations, diagnostics, maintenance, life cycle management, repair of medical equipment, equipment acquisition, and safety within OEM guidance and local/state/federal regulations.
- Must be able to pass client background screening for security clearance.
- Travel may be required for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a related field.
Pay
The salary range for this position is $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company matching.
- Tax-deferred savings options.
- Supplementary benefits.
- Paid time off.
- Professional development opportunities.