Biomedical Technician / Equipment Support Specialist - Information Systems

About the role

Aretum is looking for a Biomedical Equipment Technician with networking experience to join a healthcare facility's team. You will help keep networked medical equipment reliable, functional and safe, covering preventive and corrective maintenance, incoming inspections, medical device security, cybersecurity, network maintenance, equipment installation, electrical safety inspections, hazard recalls, software repairs and experience with Cerner.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on networked medical equipment
• Diagnose and repair malfunctions in line with manufacturer guidelines
• Inspect new equipment for compliance with safety standards
• Work with IT and cybersecurity teams on medical device security protocols
• Install, calibrate and configure equipment per manufacturer instructions
• Monitor and resolve hazard and safety recalls
• Perform software repairs and updates on medical devices
• Maintain maintenance records in a CMMS
• Train medical staff on equipment use and stay current on industry trends and regulations

Required profile

• Two-year associate degree or higher in an applied science or equivalent military training
• At least three years of hospital or healthcare experience maintaining medical equipment, including one year in medical information systems and networking
• Current and advanced knowledge of antivirus software, patches, information security tools, electronics, computers and network theory
• Competency with computer and server-based equipment, medical record databases and software; TCP/IP, HL7, networking, network security and DICOM
• VLAN configuration, IP addressing, sub-netting and network security
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings
• 10-15% travel to client locations; U.S. work authorization and ability to obtain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination; sponsorship not available

What we offer

• Salary range of $75,000 - $83,000
• Health care plan (medical, dental and vision)
• Life insurance (basic, voluntary and AD&D)
• Paid time off and family leave
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Training and development