Biomedical Engineer

Job Description (JD): Biomedical Engineer – Hospital Title: Biomedical Engineer Department: Engineering / Maintenance / Clinical Support Services Reporting To: Hospital Administrator / Medical Superintendent Job Purpose: The Biomedical Engineer is responsible for end-to-end management of all medical equipment in the hospital, ensuring their safety, functionality, compliance, maintenance, calibration, and optimal utilization to support uninterrupted patient care. Key Responsibilities: 1. Equipment Management (Complete Lifecycle)Installation, commissioning, and validation of all biomedical equipment. Preventive maintenance (PM) and breakdown maintenance of: ICU, OT, Cath lab, Dialysis, OPD, Wards, Emergency equipment. Maintain equipment inventory, tagging, and asset records. Ensure proper operation manuals and user guidelines are available. 2. Preventive Maintenance & CalibrationPrepare and implement Preventive Maintenance Schedule (PMS). Coordinate calibration of critical equipment: Monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, defibrillators, dialysis machines, etc. Maintain calibration certificates and records as per NABH norms. Ensure zero overdue PMs for critical equipment. 3. Breakdown & Emergency Handling Attend and resolve equipment breakdowns promptly. Coordinate with vendors for major repairs and AMC-related issues. Ensure minimal downtime, especially for life-saving equipment. Maintain breakdown logs and root cause analysis (RCA). 4. Vendor & AMC ManagementCoordinate with equipment vendors, service engineers, and suppliers. Manage AMC/CMC contracts: Renewal tracking Service follow-ups Performance monitoring Assist in negotiation and evaluation of service contracts. 5. Purchase & Installation Support Assist management in technical evaluation before purchasing new equipment. Support procurement team with specifications and comparisons. Supervise installation, testing, and user training after procurement. 6. User Training & SupportTrain doctors, nurses, and technicians on: Safe usage of equipment Basic troubleshooting Conduct refresher training sessions when required. Ensure misuse-related incidents are minimized. 7. Safety & Compliance Ensure electrical and equipment safety standards are followed. Report and investigate equipment-related incidents. Participate in patient safety initiatives. Ensure compliance with: NABH standards Biomedical equipment safety norms Hospital policies 8. NABH & Documentation Maintain all NABH-required documents: Equipment inventory Maintenance records Calibration records Breakdown logs Support internal and external NABH audits. Coordinate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) related to equipment. 9. Coordination & Communication Coordinate with: Nursing staff Doctors Housekeeping Administration Act as a bridge between clinical and technical teams. Provide regular reports to management on equipment status. Additional Responsibilities (When Required):Support infection control team in equipment disinfection protocols. Assist in planning new units (ICU expansion, OT setup, Dialysis setup). Emergency duty support during hospital disasters or code situations. Qualification: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Biomedical Engineering or related field. Experience: 06–2 years of experience in a hospital setting (preferred). Skills Required: Strong technical troubleshooting skills Knowledge of hospital equipment & NABH standards Documentation and coordination skills Ability to handle pressure and emergency situations Key Competencies: Accountability & ownership Quick problem-solving Attention to detail Good communication Patient safety mindset