Biomed Equip Tech III Biomedical Engineering; Ben Taub Hospital

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon

B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine;
McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth);
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.

Responsible for the advanced troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and maintenance of biomedical equipment. This role involves leading maintenance projects, mentoring junior technicians, and collaborating with medical and IT teams to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The BMET III provides technical expertise, oversees installations, and plays a key role in medical device integration.

• Associates Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Electronics or related field AND Five (5) years of experience in biomedical equipment maintenance and repair or equivalent military training
• HS/GED AND Seven (7) years of experience in biomedical equipment maintenance and repair or equivalent military training

Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) certification preferred.

• Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)
• Writing/Correspondence
• Writing/Reports

• Flexible
• Weekends
• On-Call

• Experience with medical device networking, IT integration, and cybersecurity.
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory compliance, including FDA, NFPA, CMS, and AAMI standards.
• Expert-level troubleshooting and repair of biomedical equipment.
• Familiarity with advanced diagnostic tools and software.
• Understanding of hospital IT infrastructure and device connectivity.
• Proficiency in medical equipment asset management systems.
• In-depth understanding of electronic circuits, mechanical systems, and imaging technologies.
• Advanced problem-solving skills for diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and network configurations.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to patient safety and adherence to regulatory standards.