• Biomedical Technician Job Description

    A biomedical technician is a person whose job is to inspect, repair, maintain and calibrate equipment used in healthcare. Biomedical technicians play a very important role in the medical field, as they are responsible for ensuring the safety and proper functioning of medical equipment.

    A biomedical technician should be methodical, quick-thinking, analytical and good at problem-solving and time management. They should have manual dexterity, good hand-eye coordination, normal color vision and the ability to work with small parts.

  • What does a Biomedical Technician do?

    Biomedical technicians may do some or all of the following:

    • install, calibrate and test medical equipment
    • inspect, repair and maintain medical equipment
    • work with healthcare staff to solve medical equipment problems
    • educate and advice healthcare staff on how to use medical equipment
    • keep records of the repair works done
    • stay up to date with advancements in the field
  • Where does a Biomedical Technician work?
  • Working Conditions

    Biomedical technicians usually work normal office hours, but may sometimes work weekends and evenings or be on call. They work in offices, electronic workshops, hospitals, and clinics.

    The job of biomedical technicians may require them to stand, crouch and move for long periods of time. They may travel to visit medical facilities for installations, repairs and calibrations.

  • What is Required to Become a Biomedical Technician ?

    To become a biomedical technician, you need to have an associate degree biomedical technology or a related discipline. You can also enter the field with an associate degree in another engineering technology discipline, but must undergo on-the-job training in biomedical engineering to be qualified for the job.

  • Modules
  • Specializations
  • Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

    Biomedical technicians need to have:

    • patience
    • adaptability
    • creativity and innovation
    • diligence and persistence
    • manual dexterity
    • mechanical aptitude
    • physical stamina
    • accuracy and precision
    • scientific aptitude
    • good memory
    • good eyesight
    • good attention to detail
    • good hand-eye coordination
    • good listening and communication skills
    • good analytical and problem solving skills
    • good judgment and decision making skills
    • time management and organizational skills
    • math and computer skills
    • the ability to work well independently and in a team
    • the ability to work well under pressure
    • the ability to learn new skills and stay up-to-date with new developments in the field
    • the ability to work with small parts
    • the ability to be comfortable working around sick or injured persons
    • basic knowledge of physiology
    • knowledge of medical terminology
    • knowledge of medical equipment and instrumentation
    • knowledge of the theory, operation and repair of medical equipment

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