Biomedical Clinical Engineer

$94,994 - $120,000/Yr

Capital I - Long Beach, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Long Beach, CA

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

The Biomedical Engineer is responsible for managing and maintaining medical equipment within a hospital setting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and supporting healthcare operations. This role includes overseeing a biomedical equipment program, leading a team, and providing technical expertise on medical technology from concept to implementation, while ensuring safety and adherence to healthcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a hospital biomedical equipment program, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and regulatory agencies (e.g., VHA, TJC, SMDA).
• Oversee the medical equipment management program, including conducting hazard investigations and managing recalls and safety alerts.
• Act as a subject matter expert in biomedical engineering, supporting specialized clinical technology, including system administration, training, quality assurance, and life-cycle management.
• Advise clinical and administrative staff on medical technology, including emerging technologies, ensuring long-term viability, compatibility, and safety.
• Apply project management principles to the deployment of medical equipment and health information technologies.
• Conduct capital asset and infrastructure planning for medical equipment, including the installation and implementation of complex medical devices.
• Develop and manage a continuing education program addressing the safe and effective use of medical technology.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at various levels of the organization to ensure effective communication and teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements from agencies such as the International Standard Organization and healthcare industry regulatory bodies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or Certification as a Clinical Engineer (CCE).
• Minimum of 3 years of hospital or healthcare experience maintaining medical equipment.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience managing a biomedical equipment program in a hospital.
• Strong knowledge of computer-based medical systems, networking protocols, and information security as applied to medical technology within the VHA.
• Competency in medical equipment management, including compliance with healthcare standards, safety, and recall programs.
• Ability to manage the entire life-cycle of medical technology, from initial concept to implementation, while advising on viability, safety, and long-term suitability.
• Strong project management skills related to medical equipment and health information technologies.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards, including those set by the International Standard Organization.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with technical and professional staff.

Benefits

• 401K Employer Matching
• PTO
• Holidays
• Health /Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee-paid voluntary benefits
• Employee development resources