Bio Med Technologist - OR

The Biomedical Technology Services department provides technical expertise to acute care centres for the support and maintenance of medical devices and systems. Services such as electrical inspection, device evaluation and user support are also mandated. Specialties exist for highly sophisticated systems. Also provides support for basic instrumentation. 
Significant emphasis is placed on the repair and maintenance of medical devices. 

Monday to Friday; days 

Standby On-call Schedule 

Participation in weekly 24 x 7 standby rotation schedule is required to cover off‑hours, weekends, and stat holidays. This is facilitated by carrying a long-range pager at all times during the rotation

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note\: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:

Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement 
Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement 
Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement 
Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement 
Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement

The Bio Med Technologist performs biomedical technologist duties such as inspection, repair, calibration, maintenance, and installation of patient-related devices and systems. The Technologist is required to perform site investigation and troubleshooting and performs user training and assistance when required. Must be able to interact and deal with health care professionals at all levels.The Technologist may take part in design, modification, construction, and evaluation of various devices as required, and performs other duties as assigned. Special focus is placed on a major support role for the OR. Performs other duties as assigned by manager or Charge Tech. Responsible to the Manager, Biomedical Technology and functions as part of the central Biomed team led by the Charge Tech. This position is based at a specific site with primary responsibility for the site; however, must be willing to work at any HHS site, depending on circumstance, and may be required to rotate between sites if necessary. May be required to provide occasional support for smaller associate hospitals. The Bio Med Technologist must hold a valid driver’s license.

1. Full college diploma graduate of an accredited engineering technology program in Biomedical Engineering Technology and/or Electronics Engineering Technology.
2. Minimum 3 years experience in the field of Biomedical Technology
3. Strong knowledge of electronics, medical devices/systems, anatomy and physiology
4. Demonstrated ability to interact and deal with healthcare professionals at all levels