[Remote] Biomedical Technician I - Roanoke, VA at GE Healthcare

Remote

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Associate degree in related field or equivalent education and 1 year of experience servicing medical equipment
  • Or high school diploma/GED and 3 years of relevant experience
  • Or a graduate of the GEHC Apprentice Program
  • Experience with Web applications as well as Microsoft suite of products
  • Ability to be available after hours and/or work a rotating on-call schedule including weekends
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, competing priorities while maintaining customer satisfaction
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship)
  • Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 35 lbs. unassisted and frequently bend, stoop, twist, climb, crouch/squat, kneel/crawl, sit and stand for long periods of time (preferred)
  • Ability to reach at, above and below shoulder level, flex/extend neck and have good hand and finger dexterity (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Respond to service calls within a hospital or healthcare system in Roanoke, VA
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and perform repair and planned maintenance on biomedical equipment
  • Evaluate customer biomedical equipment issues, implement appropriate repairs, and perform planned maintenance and safety/environmental inspections
  • Adhere to company policies, procedures, and hospital protocols to ensure regulatory and compliance requirements are met; ensure documentation of all work performed is captured
  • Maintain strong relationships and frequent communications with customers to ensure resolution and proper follow-up, and ongoing customer satisfaction
  • Maintain proper care of tools and test equipment to ensure calibration and ability to deliver timely and accurate repairs/maintenance
  • Identify and report all customer quality or compliance concerns immediately to the Quality Organization

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

biomedical equipment repairplanned maintenancesafety inspectionsMicrosoft OfficeWeb applicationscustomer service

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the basic qualifications for the Biomedical Technician I role?

Candidates need an Associate degree in a related field or equivalent with 1 year of experience servicing medical equipment, or a high school diploma/GED with 3 years of relevant experience, or graduation from the GEHC Apprentice Program. Additional requirements include experience with Web applications and Microsoft suite, ability to work after hours or on-call including weekends, and managing multiple priorities while maintaining customer satisfaction.

Is this position remote or on-site?

The role is on-site in Roanoke, VA, responding to service calls within a hospital or healthcare system.

What is the salary range for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at GE HealthCare?

Employees are expected to act with humility and build trust, lead with transparency, deliver with focus, drive ownership, and always maintain unyielding integrity. The culture fosters care, collaboration, and support, surrounded by career opportunities.

What makes a strong candidate for this Biomedical Technician role?

Strong candidates will have the required education or experience servicing medical equipment, proficiency with Web applications and Microsoft products, physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and perform various movements, and availability for on-call shifts including weekends.

GE Healthcare

Healthcare technology and data analytics provider

About GE Healthcare

GE Healthcare provides a range of healthcare technologies and services aimed at improving patient care. Its main products include imaging systems, mobile diagnostic devices, patient monitoring solutions, and advanced software for data analysis. These products help medical professionals make informed decisions and enhance the efficiency of healthcare delivery. Unlike many competitors, GE Healthcare invests significantly in research and development, allocating $1 billion each year to innovate and enhance its offerings. The company’s goal is to support healthcare providers in delivering better patient outcomes, as evidenced by its technology supporting over 300,000 patients daily and managing 2 billion patient scans each year.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
1892Year Founded
N/ACompany Stage
Data & Analytics, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Emerging AR technologies increase competition in medical imaging.
Regulatory challenges may delay AI application expansions in healthcare.
Dependence on clinical trial success for new product market positioning.

Differentiation

GE Healthcare invests $1 billion annually in R&D for product innovation.
The company supports over 300,000 patients daily with its healthcare technologies.
GE Healthcare's AIR Recon DL offers 3D motion-insensitive imaging for enhanced MRI quality.

Upsides

Acquisition of Caption Health expands AI-powered ultrasound capabilities.
Successful Phase III trial of [18F]flurpiridaz enhances coronary artery disease detection.
Collaboration with Wayra accelerates digital health innovation in EMEA.

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