Biomedical Engineer (Dental) at Orchid HR Outsourcing

Job Purpose

We are seeking a biomedical engineer who will provide expert-level experience in the repair, calibration, and maintenance of dental equipment, instrumentation, and support systems used in healthcare delivery. He/she will be in charge of Executing professional-level inventory assessment/audits and preventive maintenance of dental equipment, provide remedial corrective maintenance and maintain documentation of all service events, tests, and maintenance performed on clinical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a thorough assessment of the installation site to ensure that the space, utilities and environmental conditions meet the requirements for the medical equipment being installed.
• Coordinate with hospital or healthcare facility staff to ensure the installation site is prepared, including space clearance, power outlets, and any other necessary infrastructure.
• Create a detailed installation plan, considering the layout, equipment dimensions, necessary utilities, and workflow of the healthcare facility.
• Prepare a timeline for the installation process, ensuring minimal disruption to the facility\'s operations.
• Set up the equipment in the designated area, ensuring proper alignment, placement, and connection to power, data, or utility systems as required.
• Perform initial calibration of the equipment, ensuring it meets manufacturer-specified standards for accuracy, sensitivity, and performance.
• Configure the software settings of the equipment according to the specific needs of the healthcare facility or end-users.
• Conduct a series of tests to ensure that the installed equipment is functioning correctly. This includes checking mechanical, electrical, and software systems.
• Conduct safety tests, including electrical safety, leakage current tests, grounding checks, and adherence to hospital safety protocols.
• Provide training to hospital staff, technicians, and medical personnel on how to operate the equipment. This includes demonstrating basic functionality, safety protocols, troubleshooting, and regular maintenance tasks.
• Keep comprehensive update on all running warranties.
• After installation and testing, formally hand over the equipment to the client with complete documentation, including test results, certificates of calibration, warranties, and any legal compliance documents.
• Act as the first point of contact for any issues or malfunctions. Conduct on-site troubleshooting to diagnose problems, repair or replace faulty components, or recalibrate the device if necessary.
• Coordinate with the manufacturer for major repairs or replacements if the issue is beyond the company’s repair capability.
• Maintain detailed documentation of the installation process, including equipment serial numbers, calibration data, test results, and safety checks.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and electrical safety testing on dental devices and systems, and oversee preventive maintenance tasks performed by external vendors.
• Analyze the results of preventive maintenance and suggest improvements to the department.
• Maintain digital records of repairs, faulty components, and recalibrations.
• Ensure all equipment adheres to safety and quality standards and complies with relevant regulations.
• Keep precise inventory records of clinical equipment, including additions and deactivations.
• Assess the safety, efficiency, and performance of biomedical machines and software.
• Document all new equipment, inspections, and repair activities, and manage third-party repairs.
• Prepare reports and documents outlining protocols, policies, and standards related to biomedical equipment and software.
• Conduct research to advance dental technology, improve existing products, and integrate new materials or techniques to enhance dental treatments. 
• Collaborate with other engineers, dentists, and medical professionals to address any issues with existing dental technologies and to develop solutions that improve.
• Maintaining detailed records of equipment status, maintenance activities, and repair histories to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Communicating with equipment manufacturers and service providers for parts procurement and warranty services.
• Training new hires in the department.

Minimum Qualifications.

• Diploma or Higher Diploma in Biomedical Engineering.
• At least 3 years’ biomedical engineer in hospital or dental setting. 
• Exceptional knowledge of the structure and uses of dental equipment.
• Ability to analyze, repair, and test electronic and electromechanical equipment.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance inspections.
• Ability to run diagnostic programs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex information in layman\'s terms.
• Hands-on approach to getting things done; good work ethic and a sense of urgency in solving problems.
• Flexible – able to respond to emergencies as and when needed
• Ability to conduct training needs assessment on the use of dental machines, plan and execute trainings for the machine end users.