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Renovo Solutions

Biomedical Equipment Tech I

Houston, TX · On-site

This entry-level position will perform planned maintenance, inspections, and calibrations across a ... Biomedical Service & Maintenance * Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical patient care equipment ...

Renovo Solutions

Biomedical Equipment Tech I

Houston, TX · On-site

This entry-level position will perform planned maintenance, inspections, and calibrations across a ... Biomedical Service & Maintenance * Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical patient care equipment ...

Renovo Solutions

Biomedical Equipment Tech I

Miami, FL · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

This entry-level position will perform planned maintenance, inspections, and calibrations across a ... Biomedical Service & Maintenance * Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical patient care equipment ...

Renovo Solutions

Biomedical Equipment Tech I

Macomb, IL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

This entry-level position will perform planned maintenance, inspections, and calibrations across a ... Biomedical Service & Maintenance * Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical patient care equipment ...

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How much do entry level biomedical technologist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level biomedical technologist in the United States is $31.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $35.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Biomedical Technologist vs Biomedical Equipment Technician?

AspectEntry Level Biomedical TechnologistBiomedical Equipment Technician
CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in biomedical technology or related fieldAssociate's degree or certification in biomedical equipment technology
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesMedical device companies, hospitals, repair shops
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare institutions, biomedical companiesMedical equipment service providers, hospitals
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both roles involve maintaining and repairing medical equipment, often in healthcare settings. The main difference lies in the job titles' typical certifications and specific industry terminology. Entry Level Biomedical Technologists usually have a broader educational background, while Biomedical Equipment Technicians focus more on hands-on repair skills. Both roles are essential in ensuring medical devices function properly for patient care.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Biomedical Technologist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,982 per year, or $31.2 per hour.

Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Anchorage, AK • On-site

$46K/yr

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Serves as a Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (BESS) within a Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) department at a VA facility. Works in support of the medical equipment management program. Troubleshoots and performs planned maintenance on a range of medical devices and clinical systems.Qualifications:To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
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.
  • Foreign Education: To be creditable, education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program by a private organization specializing in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials.
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.
Assignment: Employees at this grade level serve as entry-level developmental BESSs. It is expected that they receive guidance from more experienced staff members and require regular supervision. BESSs at this grade level perform basic tasks designed to prepare them for promotion. They troubleshoot and perform planned maintenance on general medical equipment. Entry-level BESSs assist with incoming inspections and documentation.
Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist, GS-07
Experience: One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade.
**In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
  • Knowledge of physics, anatomy, and physiology.
  • Knowledge of electronics such as analog, digital, and microprocessor theory.
  • Knowledge of the use of standard level test equipment such as multimeters, electrical safety analyzers, patient simulators, storage oscilloscopes, manometers, and tachometers.
  • 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).
  • Skill in documenting all services provided in support of medical equipment and clinical systems in a computerized maintenance management system.
  • 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.
**In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
  • Knowledge of basic networking concepts including Access Control List (ACL), Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and Virtual Local Area Networks (VLAN).
  • Knowledge of computer and server hardware and software functionality including virus protection, operating system patches and upgrades, and information security tools.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of technical data such as schematic drawings, wiring diagrams, table charts, mathematical expressions, and formulas.
  • Ability to use standard level test equipment including multi-meters, electrical safety analyzers, patient simulators, storage oscilloscopes, manometers, and tachometers.
  • 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.
**In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
  • 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.
  • Skill in using test and calibration equipment including digital multimeters, electrical safety analyzers, defibrillator analyzers, patient simulators, manometers, tachometers, and Local Area Network (LAN) analyzers.
  • Skill in interpreting a variety of technical data including schematic drawings and wiring diagrams.
  • Skill in applying networking principles, such as Access Control List (ACL), Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and Virtual Local Area Networks (VLAN).
  • Ability to perform advanced testing to troubleshoot medical equipment and clinical system interfaces.
  • Ability to maintain medical computers and software.
  • 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: This work requires moderating lifting and carrying (15-44lbs), straight pulling, pulling hand over hand, pushing, reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, repeated bending, both legs required, operation of motor vehicle, ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other, both eyes required, depth perception, ability to distinguish basic and shades of colors, and hearing (aid may be permitted). Environmental factors include excessive noise, intermittent, constant noise, solvents (degreasing agents), grease and oils, radiant energy, working around moving objects or vehicles, working on ladders or scaffolding, vibration, working closely with others, working alone, and occasional travel.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

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