Biomedical Technician

Batterjee Medical College is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Biomedical Technician to support the maintenance, calibration, repair, and safe operation of medical, laboratory, and simulation equipment across the campus. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting academic, research, and clinical activities.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Technical Support

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on biomedical and laboratory equipment.
  
• Diagnose faults and conduct repairs on medical, laboratory, and simulation devices.
  
• Troubleshoot technical issues and respond promptly to equipment breakdowns.
  
• Ensure all equipment operates according to manufacturer specifications.
  

Installation & Commissioning

• Assist in the installation, setup, and commissioning of new equipment.
  
• Conduct functionality and safety checks before equipment handover.
  
• Ensure proper configuration and operational readiness.
  

Calibration & Quality Assurance

• Perform basic calibration and functional testing where applicable.
  
• Support quality assurance activities and equipment validation processes.
  
• Coordinate external calibration services when required.
  

Asset & Inventory Management

• Maintain equipment inventory records, service histories, and asset tracking systems.
  
• Monitor spare parts availability and manage technical tools and testing instruments.
  
• Ensure proper identification and tagging of biomedical equipment.
  

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, calibration, and testing records.
  
• Support audits and regulatory compliance requirements.
  
• Follow institutional policies, manufacturer guidelines, and safety standards.
  

User Training & Academic Support

• Provide basic operational guidance and technical support to faculty, staff, and laboratory users.
  
• Support laboratory sessions, practical classes, and examinations by ensuring equipment readiness.
  
• Coordinate maintenance schedules to minimize disruption to academic activities.
  

Vendor Coordination

• Liaise with equipment suppliers and external service providers.
  
• Supervise vendor maintenance activities and verify service quality.
  

Requirements

• Diploma degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related field.
  
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in biomedical equipment maintenance preferred.
  

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of biomedical equipment, medical devices, and laboratory systems.
  
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
  
• Understanding of preventive maintenance and calibration practices.
  
• Excellent documentation and reporting abilities.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  
• Basic communication skills in Arabic and English.
  

Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• Accountability and reliability.
  
• Strong organizational skills.
  
• Teamwork and collaboration.
  
• Ability to work under pressure.
  
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.