IT Biomedical Engineering Technician II (BMET II)

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community, together advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The Biomedical Engineering Technician II (BMET II) maintains medical equipment readiness and ensures conformance with manufacturer specifications by performing scheduled maintenance, repairs, end‑user support, and installations. BMET technicians support compliance with the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) to improve patient safety. Responsibilities 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 manufactured software, parts and/or devices for use in patient care are safe and meet standards. Ensures compliance with all regulatory processes necessary (CMS, FDA GMP, NJDOH, etc.). Manages medical software/hardware systems (PACS Administrator, Integration Specialist, Alarm Management, RTLS Systems, etc.). Educates oneself on the proper use, care and maintenance of medical devices. Reviews technical manuals for product specifications and safety. Documents all maintenance and repairs and maintains records of maintenance activities. Troubleshoots medical device networks to ensure operational effectiveness. Maintains inventory for 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. Documents and refers devices not conforming to specification for repair to biomedical engineering leader(s) for assignment. Transports and sources couriers, maintained by Biomedical Engineering, between Biomedical Engineering and the device owner site/location/department for maintenance, or supplies and equipment from local vendors as directed. Performs repairs on devices as directed. Actively stays informed and knowledgeable about changes, enhancements, new features and versions related to the equipment and machines used. Attends on‑the‑job training as well as offsites and/or out‑of‑state training that will require travel and may include one or more overnight stays. Travels to other Hackensack Meridian Health locations (hospitals, urgent care, primary care, etc.) as needed. Participates in on‑calls as directed by BMET Supervisor and Biomedical Engineering Director 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 of 6.0 hours a day. Qualifications BS degree in Electronics or Biomedical Engineering Technology with 1 year full‑time BMET work experience, or AS degree in the same fields with 2 years full‑time BMET work experience, or completion of a U.S. military biomedical equipment technology program and two years full‑time BMET work experience, or a high school diploma/GED and 4 years full‑time BMET work experience. Basic understanding of electronic and mechanical devices. Ability to communicate the use of basic/common patient care medical devices. Ability to locate and follow manufacturer documentation used to support devices. Understanding of computerized maintenance management systems. Ability to access public FDA 510k information about patient care medical devices. Knowledge of device recalls and their purpose. Understanding and support of customer service principles. Familiarity with the operations and environment they support (hospital, clinic, etc.). Unrestricted ability to attend on‑the‑job training and off‑site and/or out‑of‑state training requiring travel and overnight stays. Basic understanding of local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. Knowledge of various types of patient care medical equipment and associated risks. Basic terminology used in project management. Knowledge of current technology and its uses as it relates to healthcare. Performs duties with little supervision or as needed. Experience with a wide range of electromechanical devices, computers, networks and software used in the delivery of healthcare. Preferred Qualifications AS degree or higher with 2 years full‑time experience working in Biomedical Engineering. Various current OEM certifications for the support and maintenance of patient care medical devices. Knowledge of Joint Commission, CMMS, NJDOH, and related standards. Experience in a hospital environment or medical equipment manufacturer working on patient care equipment. Compensation and Benefits HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act; it does not reflect the full value of our market‑competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may differ from the posted rate of pay based on non‑discriminatory factors, including: Labor market data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and grant funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance‑based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full‑time and part‑time (20+ hours per week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. Minimum rate of $35.17 Hourly. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hackensack Meridian Health