Biomedical Equipment Tech I

Under general supervision of the Supervisor / Manager of Clinical Engineering, the Biomedical Equipment Technician I (BMET I) is an entry-level role, responsible for performing basic maintenance, repairs, and calibration of medical equipment. This position supports patient care by ensuring the availability and functionality of medical technology across hospital and clinical environments. The BMET I works under the guidance of Supervisor / Manager and gradually builds the knowledge and skills needed for more complex responsibilities. This position plays a key role in maintaining safe, functional, and available medical equipment for patients and care givers.

 

•    Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) on basic medical equipment.
•    Respond to service requests and perform routine repairs on medical devices.
•    Assist in troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment.
•    Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repair, and inspection activities in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
•    Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and accreditation standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, NFPA, FDA).
•    Interact with clinical team members to understand equipment issues and provide technical support.
•    Educate users on proper operation and basic troubleshooting when appropriate. 
•    Tag and inventory new equipment; assist with equipment installations and relocations.
•    Maintain parts, hand tools and test equipment inventory, ensuring cleanliness and organization of the workspace.
•    Participate in on-the-job training and continuing education programs to develop technical skills.
•    Stay informed about emerging technologies and changes in medical equipment regulations.
•    Collaborate with other team members, vendors, and clinical departments to resolve equipment issues efficiently.
•    Prepare to assume 24-hour on-call repair responsibilities within 6 months of hire.
•    Other duties as requested by Supervisor / Manager of Clinical Engineering.
 

•    Minimum: Associate’s degree in science or technology (BMET/EET) or military trained (BMET) Biomedical Equipment Technician.

•    Internship or hands-on training in a hospital or healthcare environment preferred.
•    0–2 years of related experience in a clinical or technical setting preferred.


Preferred:
Pursuing: AAMI Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) 

At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

• Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
• CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
• Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Atlantic Rehabilitation

We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.

We have received awards and recognition for  the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:

• 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years 
• Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
• 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
• 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
• Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
• Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
• One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
• One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
• Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
• NJ Sustainable Business 

Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specif