Biomedical Technologist

Why Join RMH?

• Part time fixed term until September 2027 | 37.50 per fortnight
• Work in a values led organisation: People First, Lead with Kindness, Excellence Together
• Build your biomedical and technical skills in a hospital environment

About the role

The Biomedical Technologist plays an integral role within the Central Equipment Library (CEL), part of the Clinical Engineering Team. As a key first point of contact for internal stakeholders accessing CEL, you will help ensure medical equipment is available, safe and fit for clinical use.

You will support the efficient and responsive operation of CEL through the cleaning, triage, retrieval, maintenance, testing, inspection and acceptance testing of medical equipment. The role requires strong organisational skills, sound judgement, initiative and a practical approach to problem solving, supported by confident administrative, computer and communication skills.

This is a varied role that operates across a flexible roster and may include weekend work.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure that there is an appropriate inventory of medical equipment in wards/departments through twice-daily physical audits
• Check-in and out hired and leased equipment and coordinates their return at the agreed period.
• Ensure all Medical equipment is clean, electrically safety-tested and ready for use
• Ensure all battery-operated equipment remains charged and ready for patient use (in library and local equipment rooms).
• Liaise with wards/departments to coordinate priority return of unused equipment to the central equipment library, mainly when there is a shortage

About You

• Diploma qualification or equivalent in Biomedical Equipment, Electrotechnology, or a related discipline, or currently undertaking an undergraduate Bachelor of Engineering.
• Experience working in an acute hospital environment is preferred. Relevant professional experience aligned with your current field of study will also be considered.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Meaningful Work
  Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
• Career Growth
  Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
• Supportive Culture & Belonging
  Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
• Innovation
  Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
• World-Class Excellence
  Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
• Enjoy great employee benefitsSalary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).
• Work in the Parkville PrecinctWork in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

Interested?

Click Apply to submit your application, including a cover letter and resume.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.