Biomedical Equipment Technician — Career Preview

Keep life-saving medical devices running safely

Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs) install, inspect, maintain, repair, and calibrate medical devices in hospitals and clinics — from infusion pumps and ventilators to imaging systems and surgical equipment.

A day in the life

You start with preventive maintenance rounds on ventilators and patient monitors, respond to a service call for a malfunctioning infusion pump, perform electrical safety testing on repaired equipment, update work orders in the CMMS, and coordinate with nursing staff on equipment availability — ensuring every device is safe for patient care.

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