Biomedical equipment technician
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Work environment
- Usually work regular business hours but may be on call
- Usually work in hospitals and health centres, and may travel locally
- Need to be practical, methodical and identify and solve problems
Salary information
Typical tasks
- Install biomedical devices
- Test equipment to check it works
- Calibrate equipment
- Replace device and equipment parts
- Maintain biomedical devices and equipment
- Lubricate equipment to keep it working
- Record repair and maintenance work
- Follow health and safety rules
Outlook
The outlook for biomedical equipment technicians is stable as hospitals and health services rely on safe, well-maintained medical equipment. In New Zealand, ongoing investment in healthcare technology, digital systems and diagnostic tools supports the need for technical maintenance and testing. Internationally, equipment is becoming more connected, software-based and data-driven, making the field more technology-focused. Demand is practical and steady, especially where health services need reliable equipment support.
What employers and industry want in graduates
- Strong practical and technical troubleshooting skills
- Good understanding of electronics, equipment systems and safety
- Accuracy when testing, calibrating and recording equipment checks
- Ability to follow procedures and meet health sector standards
- Clear communication with clinical and technical staff
- Willingness to keep learning as medical equipment changes
AUT programmes
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Major - Bachelor of Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Engineering Major - Bachelor of Engineering Technology
The above is a suggestion only and a starting point. You may need to meet other criteria or take additional steps to work in this career.
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