Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)- Level II

Description

Job Title

Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) - Level II

Location

Northern Light Health

Ellsworth, ME

Description

The Biomedical Equipment Technician Level II is responsible for performing routine and complex maintenance, calibration, and repairs on a wide range of biomedical equipment. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. The technician will also provide training and support to junior staff and clinical users.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and complex maintenance, calibration, and repairs on biomedical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions, utilizing schematics and technical manuals.
• Ensure all biomedical equipment meets safety and performance standards.
• Document all maintenance and repair actions in the equipment management system.
• Conduct quality assurance assessments on employee tasks and repair orders.
• Provide training and support to junior technicians and clinical staff.
• Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors for technical support and equipment updates.
• Participate in the evaluation and implementation of new biomedical equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Support inventory management and tracking of biomedical equipment.
• Assist in risk assessment and implementation of preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, FDA, and other healthcare equipment regulations.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives for equipment tracking and maintenance programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Electronics, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.
• 2+ years of related experience and/or training.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Teams)
• CMMS and any Asset-Specific Software
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission, FDA, and other healthcare equipment regulations.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
• AAMI certification preferred.
• Experience with medical imaging equipment preferred.

Contract Length

• 3-year contract with options for 2 additional years.

Salary

• $ 25.00 - $34.13
• $ 52,000 - $ 70,990 Annualized

Benefits

• 401K Employer Matching
• PTO
• Holidays
• Health /Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee-paid voluntary benefits
• Employee development resources

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work environment conditions may occasionally include exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, vibration, and risk of radiation.

• Regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock and frequently exposed to working near moving mechanical parts.

• The work environment noise level is usually moderate.

• Willingness and ability to travel 0-15% within the NLH hospital network is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasionally required to climb or balance, taste, or smell.

• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands or fingers, handle or feel, talk, or hear.

• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 10-25 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required include color vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Capital i is an equal opportunity. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Capital i makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Capital i is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [click to reveal email address] View email address on us.fitly.work .

Work Authorization

Capital i considers applicants who are U.S. lawful permanent residents, eligible employment-based green card portability candidates (with a Form I-485 filed at least 180 days prior for a same or similar role), and individuals with valid F-1 or J-1 employment authorization for temporary positions only . Capital i does not provide immigration sponsorship.

Pay Range

$25.00 Hourly to $34.11 Hourly