Biomedical Equipment Technician 3

Precise. Reliable. Powerful. Join a team as innovative as the technology we manage.

Sodexo’s growing Healthcare Technology Management Division is seeking solution-oriented candidates who excel at customer service with proven success as an experienced Biomedical Equipment Technician III to support Healthcare Technology service in the OR/ Surgery for UTMB (the University of Texas Medical Branch) located in Galveston, TX.

BMET III Position Summary:

Under minimal supervision of the Account Manager/Site Supervisor, the Biomedical Equipment Technician III troubleshoots, inspects, repairs, maintains and calibrates an advanced range of clinical equipment, devices, systems, and instruments in the OR/ Surgery Rooms. The BMET 3 also monitors, mentors, and supports lower level BMET positions. The BMET III will possess a substantial background of knowledge and experience and is expected to contribute to: corporate initiatives regarding improvement and development of policy and procedures; technical guidance in the selection and installation of medical equipment and systems; and staff development and mentorship.

For more than a century, the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) has served the needs of Texas and Texans from its large Galveston campus, long anchored by the John Sealy Hospital.

Established in 1891 as the University of Texas Medical Department, UTMB has grown from one building, 23 students and 13 faculty members to a modern health science center with campuses in Galveston, League City and Angleton, more than 3,200 students and about 900 faculty; providing care throughout Galveston and Brazoria counties, the Bay Area and Southeast Texas.

Perks of this opportunity include:

• Comprehensive benefits for you and your family from day 1
• 3 weeks paid vacation your first year
• Extensive paid training and mentorship programs
• Tuition reimbursement and growth opportunities

Key Responsibilities of BMET III:

At Sodexo, our HTM positions offer you the opportunity to expand your skills and grow your career.  Therefore, we are seeking solution-oriented candidates who excel at customer service with a proven success as a Biomedical Equipment Technician III (BMET). Sodexo’s BMET professionals have:

• Formal training and preferred experience servicing clinical equipment in the OR/ Surgery Rooms
• Experience in a healthcare facility or healthcare setting
• Experience effectively repairing, maintaining and calibrating clinical devices such as, but not limited to: Ventilators, Draeger Anesthesia or Training, OR exp., Telemetry preferred.
• Proactive thinking skills to troubleshoot
• Strong customer service skills: ability to provide world-class service to healthcare customers

Typical Knowledge and Skills of Biomedical Technician 3:

• Considerable knowledge of the application and repair of computers and servers and how they interface with medical equipment.
• Basic knowledge of networking theory.
• Considerable knowledge of electronic circuitry and technical aspects of the operation, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of current regulatory requirements.
• Substantial knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and illustrated parts drawings of biomedical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of color code conventions used in component and wiring marking.
• Ability to analyze, repair, and test electronic and electromechanical equipment.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance inspections.
• Ability to run diagnostic programs.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of repairs, calibration, and tests.
• Skill in testing electronic equipment.
• Skill in manual dexterity, hand-to-eye coordination, and color vision.

****A valid driver’s license and acceptable driver’s license record check is required.****

Is this opportunity right for you?

Working in Healthcare Technology Management for Sodexo, you will partner with our Healthcare clients to manage their clinical technology needs. Together, we provide leadership and expertise for their business, patients, residents, and the staff who care for them. At Sodexo, we improve the Quality of Life of all those we serve. If you share these values, apply today!

Please learn more about UTMB at: https://www.utmbhealth.com/

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

Working for Sodexo:

How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and other career growth opportunities, along with the performance of organizations. We believe it is important for our work to be meaningful to all who contribute to it, and we remain faithful to our mission, our core values and the ethical principles that have guided us since 1966. We support these values and help them thrive in each employee.

We strive to make working for Sodexo a genuinely great experience with benefits to promote your professional, personal, and financial well-being, and to improve your Quality of Life now and into the future. Our experiences with our over 50 million customers each and every day enable us to develop Quality of Life services that reinforce the well-being of individuals, improving their effectiveness and helping companies and organizations to improve performance … every day.

Not the job for you?

At Sodexo, we have HTM positions at numerous client locations across the United States. Continue your search for HTM jobs    

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree (or equivalent experience) in electronic, biomedical engineering or a discipline geared toward managing maintaining and repairing clinical equipment within a healthcare environment
Minimum Functional Experience - 7 years of experience in electronic, mechanical or electro-mechanical repair in a health care technology setting