Our Biomedical Electronics Technician job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Biomedical Electronics Technician role
A Biomedical Electronics Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing medical equipment such as x-ray machines, MRI scanners, patient monitors, and other specialized medical instruments. They may also be required to install and configure new biomedical systems, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide preventative maintenance. Effective communication and technical skills are essential for this job.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a Biomedical Electronics Technician is to install, maintain, and repair biomedical equipment used in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. They must be knowledgeable about the operation of medical equipment as well as electrical and electronic systems. They are responsible for keeping medical equipment in proper working order, troubleshooting problems, and performing preventative maintenance. Biomedical Electronics Technicians must also collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure the safe and effective use of medical devices and systems.
Biomedical Electronics Technician Summary
Biomedical Electronics Technician Job Summary:
The biomedical electronics technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining medical equipment, such as patient monitors, ventilators, and other medical instruments. Additionally, they are responsible for calibrating, testing, and installing medical equipment to ensure that it functions properly. They also provide technical support to medical personnel and must be able to read and interpret schematics and technical manuals. They must be able to work independently and in a team, and possess excellent customer service skills.
Biomedical Electronics Technician Duties
- Install, configure, test, maintain, and troubleshoot medical equipment and systems
- Inspect, repair, and calibrate biomedical equipment and systems
- Set up and adjust medical instruments and equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance on biomedical equipment
- Design and build custom medical equipment and systems
- Maintain records of work performed
Biomedical Electronics Technician Skills
- Analyzing electronic components and systems
- Troubleshooting biomedical equipment
- Installing and maintaining biomedical equipment
- Operating electronic testing equipment
- Calibrating biomedical systems
Biomedical Electronics Technician Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics, diagrams and technical manuals
- Knowledge of electrical safety practices and procedures
- Attention to detail when installing, testing and troubleshooting biomedical equipment
- Ability to use specialized test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters and signal generators
- Experience working with computers and software applications related to biomedical electronics
Personal Traits
- Technical aptitude
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving abilities