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Biomedical Technician III

Houston, TX · On-site

$49.52 - $59.38/hr

The ideal candidate for the Biomedical Technician III, Clinical Engineering role brings a strong background in biomedical or electronic engineering technology, hands-on experience supporting medical ...

Associate's degree in biomedical technology or equivalent education required. Preferred: Bachelor of Technology / Science degree preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Required: Valid ...

Biomedical Technician II

Tifton, GA · On-site

$20.75 - $27.75/hr

JOB SUMMARY: Under relatively minimal supervision, repair, calibrate and maintain all types of basic biomedical technologies, devices, instruments, and systems. Inspect, install and perform ...

Biomedical Technician II

Odessa, TX · On-site

$23 - $30.75/hr

JOB SUMMARY: Under relatively minimal supervision, repair, calibrate and maintain all types of basic biomedical technologies, devices, instruments, and systems. Inspect, install and perform ...

The ideal candidate for the Biomedical Technician III, Clinical Engineering role brings a strong background in biomedical or electronic engineering technology, hands-on experience supporting medical ...

Biomedical Technician II

Midland, TX · On-site

$24.75 - $33/hr

JOB SUMMARY: Under relatively minimal supervision, repair, calibrate and maintain all types of basic biomedical technologies, devices, instruments, and systems. Inspect, install and perform ...

Biomedical Technician II

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$25 - $33.25/hr

JOB SUMMARY: Under relatively minimal supervision, repair, calibrate and maintain all types of basic biomedical technologies, devices, instruments, and systems. Inspect, install and perform ...

Biomedical Technician II

Midland, TX

$24.75 - $33/hr

Under relatively minimal supervision, repair, calibrate and maintain all types of basic biomedical technologies, devices, instruments, and systems. Inspect, install and perform preventive maintenance ...

Biomedical Technician III

Houston, TX · On-site

$49.52 - $59.38/hr

The ideal candidate for the Biomedical Technician III, Clinical Engineering role brings a strong background in biomedical or electronic engineering technology, hands-on experience supporting medical ...

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How much do biomedical technologist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for biomedical technologist in the United States is $28.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $32.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is biomedical technologist a good career?

A biomedical technologist is a healthcare professional who maintains and repairs medical equipment, ensuring safety and functionality in clinical settings. The role offers stable employment, opportunities for specialization, and typically requires technical training or certification. It can be a rewarding career for those interested in healthcare technology and patient safety.

What is a biomedical technologist?

A Biomedical Technologist is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing medical equipment used in healthcare settings. They ensure that medical devices function properly and safely to support patient care. Their work involves collaborating with healthcare professionals, conducting equipment tests, and following regulatory standards. Biomedical Technologists may specialize in areas such as imaging systems, dialysis equipment, or patient monitors. Their role is essential for preventing equipment failures that could impact patient diagnoses and treatments.

Which biomedical technologist job pays the most?

Biomedical technologists working in specialized roles such as biomedical engineering managers or clinical engineering directors tend to earn the highest salaries, often exceeding $80,000 annually. Positions in healthcare facilities with advanced equipment management responsibilities or in regions with higher living costs typically offer higher pay. Certifications and experience in medical device management can also influence salary levels.

What can I do with a biomedical technologist degree?

A biomedical technologist degree prepares individuals to work in healthcare settings maintaining, repairing, and calibrating medical equipment such as imaging devices, patient monitors, and laboratory instruments. Graduates often work in hospitals, clinics, or biomedical companies, utilizing technical skills and certifications to ensure equipment safety and functionality. The role may require knowledge of electronics, biology, and regulatory standards, with opportunities for specialization and advancement in biomedical engineering or technical management.

What are the typical work environments and daily responsibilities for a biomedical technologist?

Biomedical Technologists commonly work in hospitals, clinics, laboratories, or for medical equipment manufacturers, where they install, maintain, and repair a variety of medical devices. Typical responsibilities include performing routine safety checks, calibrating equipment, documenting service records, and training staff on proper equipment use. You’ll often collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure equipment reliability and patient safety. The role may also require on-call work to address urgent equipment issues, making adaptability and prompt problem-solving important attributes for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the biomedical technologist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Biomedical Technologist, you need a strong background in biomedical engineering or technology, knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and typically an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field. Familiarity with medical imaging devices, diagnostic equipment, troubleshooting software, and relevant certifications such as CBET (Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician) are highly valued. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills help you excel in diagnosing issues and collaborating with healthcare teams. These competencies are essential to ensure the safe, effective operation and maintenance of critical medical equipment in healthcare settings.

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Infographic showing various Biomedical Technologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,333 per year, or $28.5 per hour.

Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Poplar Bluff, MO • On-site

$67K/yr

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Job description

Serves as a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (BESS) within the Facilities Management Service at a John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO. Works in support of the medical equipment management program. Troubleshoots and performs planned maintenance on a range of medical devices and clinical systems.
Qualifications:Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
Education, Experience, or Certification.
  1. Associates or higher degree in the biomedical technology or biomedical engineering field; OR
  2. Associates or higher degree in electronics, a field of information technology, or engineering (other than biomedical engineering) AND 1 year of creditable experience; OR
  3. Completion of the Department of Defense (DOD) biomedical equipment technician training program; OR
  4. Completion of a DOD training program in repair and maintenance of electronic systems or information technology AND 1 year of creditable experience; OR
  5. Completion of a biomedical engineering technician or Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) certificate program that included an internship or apprenticeship; OR
  6. Completion of biomedical engineering technician or HTM certificate program that did not include an internship AND 1 year of creditable experience; OR
  7. Hold or having ever held certification as a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET), Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES), Certified Laboratory Equipment Specialist (CLES), or Certified Healthcare Technology Manager (CHTM). Continuous maintenance of certification is not required throughout VHA employment.
English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Grade Determinations:
Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist, GS-05:
  • Experience or Education. None beyond the basic requirements.
Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist, GS-07:
Experience. One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
  1. Knowledge of physics, anatomy, and physiology.
  2. Knowledge of electronics such as analog, digital, and microprocessor theory.
  3. Knowledge of the use of standard level test equipment such as multi-meters, electrical safety analyzers, patient simulators, storage oscilloscopes, manometers, and tachometers.
  4. Knowledge of basic networking concepts, such as computer and server hardware and software functionality, information technologies and computer virus protection software, available software patches and upgrades, and information security tools (for example, Microsoft Office, Windows operating systems, and McAfee).
  5. Skill in documenting all services provided in support of medical equipment and clinical systems in a computerized maintenance management system.
  6. Ability to learn equipment operating and maintenance procedures
Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist, GS-09:
Experience.
One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
  1. Knowledge of basic networking concepts including Access Control List (ACL), Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and Virtual Local Area Networks (VLAN).
  2. Knowledge of computer and server hardware and software functionality including virus protection, operating system patches and upgrades, and information security tools.
  3. Ability to interpret a variety of technical data such as schematic drawings, wiring diagrams, table charts, mathematical expressions, and formulas.
  4. Ability to use standard level test equipment including multi-meters, electrical safety analyzers, patient simulators, storage oscilloscopes, manometers, and tachometers.
  5. Ability to perform equipment maintenance and operating procedures
Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist, GS-11:
Experience.
One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
  1. Knowledge of standards including National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Joint Commission (TJC), and the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) for safe operation of medical equipment and clinical systems.
  2. Skill in using test and calibration equipment including digital multi-meters, electrical safety analyzers, defibrillator analyzers, patient simulators, manometers, tachometers, and Local Area Network (LAN) analyzers.
  3. Skill in interpreting a variety of technical data including schematic drawings and wiring diagrams.
  4. Skill in applying networking principles, such as Access Control List (ACL), Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and Virtual Local Area Networks (VLAN).
  5. Ability to perform advanced testing to troubleshoot medical equipment and clinical system interfaces.
  6. Ability to maintain medical computers and software.
  7. Ability to manage projects involving medical equipment and clinical systems.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-5 to GS-11.
Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required.Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER