Biomedical Equipment Technician ; BMET - Digital Technology Services

Biomedical Equipment Technician I (BMET I) - Digital Technology Services

Join Hackensack Meridian Health as a Biomedical Equipment Technician I (BMET I) in our Digital Technology Services department. This role focuses on maintaining medical equipment readiness, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications, and supporting the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) to improve patient safety.

• Tests and calibrates medical devices (preventive maintenance).
• Troubleshoots medical devices in a clinical setting and/or bench/depot setting (corrective maintenance).
• Installs and inspects new, trial and/or demonstration equipment prior to use (incoming inspection).
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory processes necessary (i.e., CMS, FDA GMP, NJDOH, etc.).
• Educates oneself in the proper use, care, and maintenance of medical devices.
• Reviews technical manuals for understanding of product specifications and safety.
• Maintains comprehensive records of all maintenance and repair activities, documenting each action thoroughly.
• Troubleshoots medical device networks and reports findings/issues to the leader.
• Maintains inventory of repair parts, supplies, and technical resources.
• Orders repair parts and/or components and supplies as required using HMH ERP system(s).
• Maintains incoming and outgoing equipment log for repair and maintenance.
• Transports and sources courier devices maintained by Biomedical Engineering to the device owner site/location/department for maintenance, or supplies and equipment from local vendors as directed.
• Performs minor repairs on devices as directed.
• Actively stays informed and knowledgeable about changes, enhancements, and new features and versions related to the equipment and machines with which you work.
• Attends on‑job training as well as off‑site and/or out‑of‑state training that may require travel and overnight stays.
• Travels to all Hackensack Meridian Health locations (hospitals, urgent care, primary care, etc.) as needed.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts a minimum of 50 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum 6 hours a day.

• Education
  : AS degree in Electronics or AS degree in Biomedical Engineering, or completion of U.S. military biomedical equipment technology program, or minimum of two years full‑time experience working on electronics equipment with a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of electronic/mechanical devices.
• Demonstrates basic customer service and support functions for electronic/mechanical devices.
• Unrestricted ability to attend on‑job and off‑site training requiring travel, including overnight stays.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current technology and its uses in healthcare.
• Performs duties with some supervision.
• Has experience with a wide range of electromechanical devices, computers, networks, and software used in healthcare delivery.

• AS degree in Electronics or Biomedical Engineering.
• Full‑time experience working in Biomedical Engineering.

• Valid motor vehicle operator's license.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Compensation will be based on market data, experience, education, certifications, skills, geographic location, internal equity, and budget considerations. In addition to the base rate, eligible positions may receive performance‑based incentives, bonuses, or commissions and shift differentials for evening, night, or weekend shifts.

Minimum hourly rate: $34.65. HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.