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Biomedical Engineering Technologist I

@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

Newfoundland and Labrador

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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring two temporary Biomedical Engineering Technologist I positions at the Health Sciences Centre. The role evaluates, tests, calibrates, maintains and repairs medical equipment across hospital departments, with training on specialized equipment and possible on-call duty. The posted pay is CG-31, $29.44 to $32.71 per hour.

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate, test, calibrate and maintain medical equipment
  • Order and repair medical equipment and instrumentation
  • Provide training on specialized equipment
  • Complete safety and maintenance reports
  • Participate in an on-call rota

Requirements summary:

  • Graduation from a three-year Biomedical Engineering program
  • Valid class V driver's licence
  • Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills
  • Satisfactory record of work performance

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Employer posting date
2026-11-05
First seen by our source
2026-11-06
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Travelair: minimal · ground: moderate
Work settingHospital or clinic, Laboratory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · lift 10 lb · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyBiomedical Engineering

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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

FieldValue
HeadquartersSt. John's
Open jobs on Jobsy1,001
Job description
Zone: Eastern Urban Zone
Location: Multi Site, Primary Site: Health Sciences Centre

Biomedical Engineering Technologist I (2 positions)
Biomedical Engineering
Temp Call-In
NAPE HS
HoursBased on the needs of the department
SalaryCG-31 (CAD29.44 - CAD32.71 per hour)
Competition NumberVAC0030757
Posted Date2026-11-06
Closing Date2026-11-13
Demands, duties, qualificationsJob Summary
The Biomedical Engineering Technologist I evaluates, tests, calibrates, performs and documents preventative and quality assurance checks and maintenance, orders and repairs medical equipment and instrumentation. The position may support a variety of areas such as Diagnostic Imaging, ICU, Operating Rooms, Dialysis, Respiratory Therapy, Defibrillation, Cardiac Monitoring, Anesthesia, Surgery, Rehabilitation, Laboratory and Radiation Therapy, etc. In addition, the position provides training on specialized equipment, and completes related safety and maintenance reports. Travel provincially and internationally may be required. The position may also participate in an on call rota and works both independently and within a team environment.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Lifting or moving objects less than 10 lbs is a constant requirement and lifting/moving objects is required occasionally.
Manual or physical activities include fine finger or precision work, using hand tools, using gross motor skills to move heavy objects, operating equipment or machinery that requires very controlled movement and maintaining physical balance.
Occasional requirement to work in awkward or cramped positions or body movement when performing equipment repairs.
Higher than normal levels of attentiveness or alertness for the health and safety of others is required.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from approved/recognized three-year Biomedical Engineering Program is required.
Demonstrated time management skills and the ability to prioritize.
Demonstrated problem solving skills.
A valid class V driver's license is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

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