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Summary Description


	Test, adjust, or repair biomedical or electromedical equipment.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Bio Medical Technician

2.	Biomed Tech (Biomedical Technician)

3.	Biomedical Electronics Technician

4.	Biomedical Engineering Technician (BMET)

5.	Biomedical Equipment Specialist

6.	Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist

7.	Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)

8.	Certified Biomedical Engineering Technician (CBET)

9.	Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET)

10.	Coil Repair Technician

11.	Cryogenics Repairer

12.	Dental Equipment Installer and Servicer

13.	Dental Equipment Mechanic

14.	Dental Equipment Repairer

15.	Dental Equipment Technician

16.	Durable Medical Equipment Repairer

17.	Durable Medical Equipment Technician (DME Tech)

18.	Electric Brain Wave Equipment Mechanic

19.	Electromedical Equipment Repairer

20.	Electromedical Equipment Technician

21.	Electronic Technician

22.	Equipment Specialist

23.	Equipment Technician

24.	Field Service Representative

25.	Hearing Aid Mechanic

26.	Hearing Aid Repairer

27.	Hearing Aid Technician

28.	Radiological Equipment Specialist

29.	Radiology Equipment Servicer

30.	Repair Technician

31.	Service Technician

32.	Surgical Instrument Mechanic

33.	Surgical Instrument Repair Specialist

34.	X-ray Service Engineer

35.	X-ray Service Technician

Job Tasks

	Inspect and test malfunctioning medical or related equipment, following manufacturers' specifications and using test and analysis instruments. Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.

	Test or calibrate components or equipment, following manufacturers' manuals and troubleshooting techniques, using hand tools, power tools, or measuring devices. Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning. Calibrate equipment to specifications.

	Keep records of maintenance, repair, and required updates of equipment. Maintain repair or maintenance records.

	Perform preventive maintenance or service, such as cleaning, lubricating, or adjusting equipment. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning. Maintain work equipment or machinery.

	Test, evaluate, and classify excess or in-use medical equipment and determine serviceability, condition, and disposition, in accordance with regulations. Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.

	Examine medical equipment or facility's structural environment and check for proper use of equipment to protect patients and staff from electrical or mechanical hazards and to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Monitor work areas or procedures to ensure compliance with safety procedures.

	Disassemble malfunctioning equipment and remove, repair, or replace defective parts, such as motors, clutches, or transformers. Install machine or equipment replacement parts. Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. Repair non-engine automotive or vehicle components.

	Plan and carry out work assignments, using blueprints, schematic drawings, technical manuals, wiring diagrams, or liquid or air flow sheets, following prescribed regulations, directives, or other instructions as required. Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities. Plan work procedures.

	Solder loose connections, using soldering iron. Solder parts or connections between parts.

	Research catalogs or repair part lists to locate sources for repair parts, requisitioning parts and recording their receipt. Order materials, supplies, or equipment.

	Explain or demonstrate correct operation or preventive maintenance of medical equipment to personnel. Train others in operational procedures.

	Contribute expertise to develop medical maintenance standard operating procedures. Advise others on issues related to repairs, installation, or equipment design.

	Evaluate technical specifications to identify equipment or systems best suited for intended use and possible purchase, based on specifications, user needs, or technical requirements. Determine types of equipment, tools, or materials needed for jobs.

	Study technical manuals or attend training sessions provided by equipment manufacturers to maintain current knowledge. Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs.

	Compute power and space requirements for installing medical, dental, or related equipment and install units to manufacturers' specifications. Calculate requirements for equipment installation or repair projects.

	Supervise or advise subordinate personnel. Supervise employees.

	Fabricate, dress down, or substitute parts or major new items to modify equipment to meet unique operational or research needs, working from job orders, sketches, modification orders, samples, or discussions with operating officials. Fabricate parts or components.

	Repair shop equipment, metal furniture, or hospital equipment, including welding broken parts or replacing missing parts, or bring item into local shop for major repairs. Operate welding equipment. Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

	Make computations relating to load requirements of wiring or equipment, using algebraic expressions and standard formulas. Calculate requirements for equipment installation or repair projects.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Medical Equipment Repairers
	Medical equipment repairers install, maintain, and repair patient care equipment.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Medical Equipment Repairers
	Although medical equipment repairers usually work during the day, they are sometimes expected to be on call, including evenings and weekends. Because repairing vital medical equipment is urgent, the work is sometimes stressful. Those who work in a patient-caring environment are potentially exposed to diseases and other health risks.

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