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RWJBarnabas Health

Biomedical Technologist

Cedar Knolls, NJ · On-site

$28.27 - $31.21/hr

Can assist clinical staffing the use of medical equipment, documents all work performed and participates in the Biomedical Engineering emergency on-call program. Staff assists management in meeting ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Biomedical Technologist

Long Branch, NJ · On-site

$33.96 - $43.07/hr

Can assist clinical staffing the use of medical equipment, documents all work performed and participates in the Biomedical Engineering emergency on-call program. Staff assists management in meeting ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Biomedical Technologist

Long Branch, NJ · On-site

$33.96 - $43.07/hr

Can assist clinical staffing the use of medical equipment, documents all work performed and participates in the Biomedical Engineering emergency on-call program. Staff assists management in meeting ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Biomedical Technologist

Cedar Knolls, NJ · On-site

$28.27 - $31.21/hr

Can assist clinical staffing the use of medical equipment, documents all work performed and participates in the Biomedical Engineering emergency on-call program. Staff assists management in meeting ...

UnityPoint Health

Biomedical Technician II

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$25 - $33.25/hr

Participate in on-call rotations and travel between affiliate sites as needed. * Regulatory ... Associate's degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or other Technology/IT ...

UnityPoint Health

Biomedical Technician I

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$24.75 - $32.75/hr

Participate in ongoing training and adhere to on-call rotation and travel requirements. Qualifications Education: * Associate's degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or other ...

UnityPoint Health

Biomedical Technician II

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$24.75 - $33/hr

Participate in on-call rotations and travel between affiliate sites as needed. * Regulatory ... Associate's degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or other Technology/IT ...

UWHealth

Biomedical Engineering Technician II

Madison, WI

$25.25 - $33.50/hr

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM. On-call rotation required. Hours may vary based on the ... We are seeking a Biomedical Engineering Technician II to: * Diagnose and perform repairs on medical ...

UW Health

Biomedical Engineering Technician II

Madison, WI

$25.25 - $33.50/hr

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM. On-call rotation required. Hours may vary based on the ... We are seeking a Biomedical Engineering Technician II to: * Diagnose and perform repairs on medical ...

GE HealthCare

Biomedical Equipment Technician 2

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical ... Ability to be available after-hours and/or work a rotating on-call schedule, including weekends.

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As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for on call biomedical engineer in the United States is $94,807.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an On Call Biomedical Engineer, you need a solid background in biomedical engineering, troubleshooting skills, and a relevant degree such as a BS in Biomedical Engineering or a related field. Familiarity with medical equipment, diagnostic tools, and maintenance management systems, along with certifications like CBET (Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician), is often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, communication, and the ability to work under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure timely, safe, and effective support of critical medical devices, directly impacting patient care and clinical operations.

What are the typical challenges faced by an On Call Biomedical Engineer, and how can I prepare for them?

As an On Call Biomedical Engineer, you will often need to respond to urgent equipment failures or malfunctions outside regular working hours. This can be challenging due to the need for quick troubleshooting, prioritizing critical repairs, and sometimes working independently under time pressure. To prepare, familiarize yourself with a wide range of medical devices used at your workplace, build strong communication skills for liaising with clinical staff, and stay organized with your on-call toolkit. Proactive learning and adaptability are key to handling the unpredictable nature of this role.

What are On Call Biomedical Engineers?

On Call Biomedical Engineers are professionals who specialize in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing medical equipment in healthcare settings, and are available to respond to emergencies or urgent technical issues outside of regular working hours. Their primary role is to ensure that critical medical devices are functioning properly to support patient care at all times. This can include equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and diagnostic machines. Being 'on call' means they may be required to work nights, weekends, or holidays as needed to address equipment failures or urgent requests.
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Biomedical Technologist

Biomedical Technologist

RWJBarnabas Health

Cedar Knolls, NJ • On-site

$28.27 - $31.21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

RWJBarnabas Health rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 321 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

183rd of 864 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Title: Biomedical Technologist
Location: Cedar Knollls
Department Name: Clinical Engineering
Req #: 0000239004
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $28.27 - $31.21 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
The Biomedical Technologist can demonstrate confidence in using test equipment to diagnose and service medical equipment. Ensures all medical equipment meets manufacture specifications and is safe for patient care. Can demonstrate troubleshooting skills necessary to minimize downtime and loss of continuity of care. Can assist clinical staffing the use of medical equipment, documents all work performed and participates in the Biomedical Engineering emergency on-call program. Staff assists management in meeting regulatory requirements and department/organizational goals.
Qualifications:
Required:
  • Minimum AAS degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent work/military experience in Biomedical Engineering.
  • 3 to 7 years of hands on experience.
  • Medical equipment manufacture certification.
  • Advance knowledge of electronic test equipment.
  • Developed troubleshooting skills.
  • Knowledge and function of various medical devices.
  • Knows MS-Office and other computer applications.
  • Understands Medical terminology.

Preferred:
  • Knowledge of computers and networks.
  • Life support/life saving equipment manufacture certification.
  • Eligible for AAMI/ICC certification.
  • Leadership experience.

Scheduling Requirements:
  • Full-time, Day
  • Participates in On Call duties after normal working hours.
    • Must respond to a call within 15 minutes by telephone, and reports to the facility within a maximum of one hour if required to be on site.

Essential Functions:
  • Conducts preventive maintenance inspections appropriate to level of job competence using appropriate productivity & quality measures. Cost effectiveness is judged by completing PM & minor repairs within reasonable average items per hour guideline. Quality of work is evident. Completes monthly assigned tasks within the specified timeframe prioritizing inspections of high risk over low risk equipment. Knowledge of device function can be articulated and/or evidenced by training of others. Service documentation is both accurate and complete. Recognizes unsafe conditions & notifies appropriate management team members to correct them. Creates & enters PM procedures where needed by following manufacturer guidelines.
  • Effectively responds to service requests, competently troubleshoots & repairs medical equipment appropriate to job proficiency level using established productivity & quality measures, demonstrating good judgment on performing component vs. circuit board level repairs. Quality of repairs is evident and lasting. Knowledge of the function of the device is also evidenced by training of other biomedical staff and users. Demonstrates the need to maintain an adequate level of parts on hand as applicable, to assist in keeping downtime to an absolute minimum. Timely and accurately documents all service requests and repairs in the biomedical equipment database.
  • Inspects new medical devices & equipment with competence appropriate to job proficiency level. This includes judgment on safety, compliance with codes, standards & ability to learn about the function/performance of new medical equipment with speed & comprehension. Secures all required medical device information for the biomedical equipment database. Demonstrates the need to have current service and operator manuals on hand for proper servicing of all types of medical equipment. Assists with new equipment installations as assigned.
  • Assist Manager in maintaining and fulfilling the department/organization's regulatory requirements and goals. Complies with system, hospital and departmental policies and procedures and objectives. Reports witnessed violations that put patients, staff, department or facility in jeopardy to appropriate management personnel.
  • Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of shop safety on the use of departmental electronic test equipment. Utilizes all test equipment and all tools safely.
  • Upon assignment, assist Manager with responding to/correcting medical equipment recalls/device alerts from manufactures and/or F.D.A.
  • Assists Manager in giving medical equipment in-services to both operational and technical staff for specified medical devices. Communicates to the Manager when the need for these events should take place by identifying areas for improvement where possible to enhance patient safety and quality of service.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
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RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. We aim to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Orange, NJ, US

Year founded

2015

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