**ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE *** EMPLOYEES OF THE SUBMITTING AGENCY**
JOB TITLE: Biomedical Equipment Technician I
LOCATION: St. Francis Healthcare Cape Girardeau, Missouri
POSITION TYPE: Onsite
SCHEDULE: Full-Time | MondayFriday | Day Shift
DURATION: 16-Week Assignment with Potential for Conversion
START DATE: ASAP
**IMPORTANT CALL OUTS**
-Preference for BMET I candidates; open to BMET II candidates if needed
-Opportunity for temp-to-perm conversion based on performance and mutual fit
-Military BMET/electronics backgrounds strongly encouraged
-Additional shift/on-call differentials may apply if schedule requirements change
**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
EDUCATION:
-Associate degree (two-year technical degree) in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Electronics, or related field OR equivalent military BMET training required
-Bachelors degree in a related technical discipline preferred
EXPERIENCE
-Minimum three (3) years of biomedical equipment service experience or equivalent technical experience required
-Experience supporting ICU, OR, or Emergency Department equipment preferred
-Strong troubleshooting and repair skills across multiple device categories
-Must possess or obtain a minimum of two designated healthcare system certifications in one of the following:
--Anesthesia
--Telemetry
--Nurse Call
--Ventilators
--OR Tables
--OR Integration
--OR Booms
--CRRT
--Telemetry Monitors
--Imaging
--ESU
--Q-Stress Treadmill
--Heart Lung Machine
--Balloon Pumps
--Dialysis
--Or related biomedical equipment specialties
**CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE**
PREFERRED: Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) or similar professional certification
**TECHNICAL SKILLS**
-Preventive maintenance and corrective repair of biomedical equipment
-Electronics troubleshooting and diagnostics
-Equipment calibration and testing
-Medical device safety standards knowledge
-Ability to support a variety of clinical equipment platforms
-Strong documentation and communication skills
-Ability to troubleshoot electromechanical systems and medical devices
**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**
-Ability to work independently and collaboratively within healthcare environments
-Strong customer service and communication skills
-Ability to prioritize service calls and maintain compliance standards
-Flexibility to support additional shifts or on-call coverage if required
-Commitment to ongoing technical development and certification progression
**POSITION OVERVIEW**
The Biomedical Equipment Technician I is an entry-level position for individuals with foundational education in electronics or biomedical technology and limited hands-on experience. Working under close supervision, the Biomedical Equipment Technician I performs basic preventive maintenance and corrective repairs while developing the skills necessary to support increasingly complex medical equipment. This role supports safe, reliable patient care and provides a structured pathway for progression to Biomedical Equipment Technician II.
More experienced BMET II candidates may also be considered if BMET I candidates are unavailable. BMET II technicians are expected to independently troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a broad range of medical equipment while supporting critical patient care areas including ICU, OR, and Emergency Department environments.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
-Perform preventive maintenance inspections and corrective repairs on biomedical equipment
-Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions
-Maintain accurate service documentation and compliance records
-Support safe and reliable patient care through timely equipment service
-Collaborate with clinical staff and leadership regarding equipment issues
-Assist with installation, testing, and lifecycle support of medical devices
-Escalate complex repairs and technical issues as appropriate
-Maintain compliance with hospital and regulatory standards
-Continue technical education and training toward advanced certifications