Biomedical Equipment Technician (I, II & III)

Position Overview

Penn Medicine is dedicated to its tripartite mission of delivering exceptional patient care, conducting innovative research, and educating future medical leaders. As part of a leading academic medical center, the Biomedical Equipment Technician (I, II, & III) roles offer opportunities to work alongside top clinical, technical, and business professionals. In these roles, you will help ensure the proper maintenance, repair, and calibration of patient care medical devices while delivering a professional and compassionate customer experience. Live Your Life's Work.

Key Responsibilities

• Under close supervision, assist in maintaining, repairing, and calibrating patient care medical devices using basic technical skills.
• Follow Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) or Alternative Equipment Maintenance (AEM) recommendations.
• Evaluate issues and consult with experienced team members for appropriate resolutions.
• Perform quality assurance inspections in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Maintain vendor-recommended preventive maintenance programs and accurate service documentation.
• Provide a courteous, professional customer experience and participate in on-call 24x7 services as needed.

• Under moderate supervision, maintain, repair, and calibrate patient care devices for low and medium risk equipment.
• Provide technical support and mentorship to entry-level technicians.
• Apply both basic and expanded technical skills following OEM/AEM guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with quality metrics through effective completion of assignments and standardized inspections.
• Assist in training clinical personnel on the operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Participate in on-call services and special projects as assigned by the Manager.

• Work with little to no supervision in maintaining, repairing, and calibrating patient care devices across low, medium, and high risk categories.
• Independently diagnose issues, complete repairs, and document service and calibration activities.
• Provide technical training and mentorship to junior technicians and assist in planning new equipment acquisitions.
• Ensure HIPAA and Joint Commission compliance by collaborating with relevant departments.
• Participate in in-service educational programs and prepare corrective action plans following preventive maintenance reviews.
• Fulfill on-call responsibilities as needed in a 24x7 environment.

Required Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/GED is required for all levels.
• Biomedical Equipment Technician I: 1+ year of experience troubleshooting and maintaining electromechanical systems or current enrollment/completion of a Clinical Engineering/BMET program with internship; Associate’s degree and related experience in a military or healthcare environment is required.
• Biomedical Equipment Technician II: 2+ years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining electrotechnical systems is required.
• Biomedical Equipment Technician III: 5+ years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining electromechanical systems is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• DoD BMET Program experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or additional related experience (including internship experience) is preferred, particularly for Biomedical Equipment Technician II and III roles.
• AAMI certification is preferred across all levels.
• Experience with diagnostic tools, medical network hardware, and asset management software is advantageous.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits program including one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.
• Access to a robust benefits package designed to promote health and well-being.
• Opportunities for career development, ongoing training, and professional mentorship.
• A supportive work environment committed to excellence in patient care and innovation.