Island Health

Biomedical Engineering Technologist

Island Health$83K — $104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Biomedical Engineering.
  • Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.
  • Strong communication skills for effective interaction with multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Proficient in judgment and critical thinking for problem-solving in complex situations.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Experience with electronic test equipment and clinical software.

Responsibilities

  • Install, test, repair, and maintain biomedical equipment and systems.
  • Participate in incident investigations involving medical devices.
  • Contribute to the development of specifications and tender reviews.
  • Act as a technical resource for clinical staff training on equipment use.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and quality protocols within a hospital setting.
  • Independently manage work priorities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Engagement in a supportive team environment.
  • Potential for signing bonuses for hard-to-fill vacancies.
  • Contribution to patient-focused care in a culturally sensitive manner.
Full Job Description
Close Date

Jun. 12 2026

Location

Campbell River Hospital (CRG) - Campbell River, BC V9W 3V1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time



Days Off

Weekend/Stats

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$40.19 - $50.20

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Jul. 2 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

Reporting to the Supervisor or designate, the Biomedical Engineering Technologist performs a wide range of technical services including the installation, testing, repairing and maintenance of biomedical equipment, instrumentation, and ancillary systems within professional scope of practice, within a hospital environment. The Biomedical Engineering Technologist participates in incident investigations and hazard follow-up involving medical device technology, contributes to the development of specifications and tender reviews, and acts as a technical resource to clinical staff on the orientation/training of equipment use.

The Biomedical Engineering Technologist contributes to the achievement of organizational and departmental objectives, in accordance with established standards of practice, Island Health policies, and work-related processes, procedures and guidelines, including safety and quality protocols.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience

  • Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Biomedical Engineering; and
  • Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Skills And Abilities

  • Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patient, vendors, family, the public, medical staff and multi-disciplinary teams using verbal, written and computer-based communication. Ability to utilize conflict resolution skills to promote collaboration and effective problem-solving in multi-disciplinary settings.
  • Judgment: Demonstrated ability to exercise independent, professional judgment with empathy, tact and integrity when dealing with patient, staff, vendors and others. Ability to promote culturally safe, patient-focused care by incorporating an understanding of cultural and spiritual beliefs and preferences, patient advocacy and social justice concerns to enhance service provision and decision making. Ability to address issues with critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and advanced troubleshooting skills.
  • Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment.
  • Organization: Demonstrated ability to independently organize work, set objectives, problem-solve and establish priorities in a complex, continuously changing environment. Manages time and resources effectively to consistently complete tasks with accuracy in the interest of ensuring effective and timely delivery of services.
  • Equipment: Demonstrated ability to operate electronic test equipment, hand tools, power tools and other related equipment as required in the specific practice area. Current computer troubleshooting and networking knowledge, including an understanding of cybersecurity and interfaces with electronic medical records. Ability to operate computerized systems, Microsoft Office Suite applications and clinical software programs.
  • Physical Ability: Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.


Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD6081.pdf

Additional information for applicants

Are there any applicable signing bonuses for remote location like CRG?If so, it would be go to apply it to this posting because it is a hard to fill vacancy.Thanks,Ted

Additional Clauses

Requisition CA

Health Science Professionals

Affiliation/Union

HSA

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