Biomedical Equipment Technician Jobs in California
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where major health systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UC San Diego Health maintain large biomedical departments across hospital campuses and outpatient facilities. Demand is strongest for technicians with experience in imaging systems, patient monitoring, and infusion therapy equipment, with openings at every level from entry-level bench tech to senior field service roles. California is among the most active markets in the country for this specialty, driven by one of the largest hospital networks in the nation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
Role Summary :
Responds to service calls to evaluate, diagnose, perform repair/planned maintenance (PM) on progressively complex customer's biomedical equipment, and drives customer satisfaction through Service Excellence.Responsibilities :
- Evaluate complex, customer biomedical equipment issues, and implement appropriate repairs.
- Perform planned maintenance (PM), safety and environmental inspections, and maintain effective customer relations.
- Follow and guide others as needed regarding appropriate GE policies, procedures, hospital protocol, and complete necessary documentation.
- Effectively communicate and partner with teammates and colleagues.
- Establish and engage in proactive daily communications with customers, to ensure resolution and proper follow
- up, leading to customer satisfaction.
- Implement GE/customer facility contract, supporting business goals and objectives.
- Lead, instruct, and assist technicians on basic and complex repairs and resolution.
- Work as a member of local team to provide efficient service delivery to all accounts within assigned area.
- Share on-call/pager responsibility.
- Document all repair actions and submit reports/summaries according to schedule.
- Ensure proper care of spares, tools and test equipment, and ensure calibration.
- Maintain approved parts inventory.
- Manage vendors' service delivery processes in compliance with GE policies, as instructed.
- Enhance and maintain technical knowledge of current standards, codes, and procedures regarding safe and effective use of medical equipment through formal instruction.
- May perform role of Site Leader (e.g., direct activities of fellow Biomedical Technicians assigned to site, engage in a more interactive customer relationship, which may include Safety Committee or other participation, with regard to overall account activity).
- Meet Health and Human Services, Environment Health and Safety requirements, and/or all other applicable regulatory requirements.
Qualifications :
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of experience servicing medical equipment;
- OR equivalent military education and 2+ years of experience servicing electrical or mechanical equipment;
- OR High School Diploma/GED and 4+ years of experience servicing medical equipment.
- Analytical and communication skills with the ability to communicate technical issues to the customer in an easy to understand manner.
- The successful applicant must comply with GEHC's standard background check, including a post
- offer drug test. In addition, during employment, the employee must comply with all customer access policies, including but not limited to obtaining and/or providing proof of required immunizations, and additional drug tests or background checks (including a federal government background check if assigned to support a contract with the federal government).
- Special Physical Requirements: Candidate must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 lbs. unassisted and frequently bend, stoop, twist, climb, crouch/squat, kneel/crawl, sit and stand for long periods of time. Candidate must also be able to reach at, above and below shoulder level, flex/extend neck and have good hand and finger dexterity. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include color, close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
- Willingness to be available ""after hours"", or work a rotating On-Call schedule, including weekends, for critical issues and coverage, as necessary.
Quality Specific Goals:
- Aware of and comply with the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position.
- Complete all planned Quality and Compliance training within the defined deadlines.
- Identify and report any and all customer quality or compliance concerns immediately to the Quality Organization
Additional Information
GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in biomedical equipment technician jobs across California.
- CBET certification from AAMI or equivalent recognized credential preferred by California employers
- Associate or bachelor's degree in biomedical technology, electronics, or a related engineering field
- Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing patient monitoring, imaging, or infusion systems
- Familiarity with Joint Commission standards and California Department of Public Health equipment regulations
- Valid California driver's license for multi-site field service roles across hospital campuses
- Strong documentation skills for work orders, preventive maintenance logs, and compliance records
Biomedical Equipment Technician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a biomedical equipment technician in California?
Most California employers require at minimum an associate degree in biomedical equipment technology, electronics, or a related field, and the Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician credential from AAMI is widely expected. California does not issue a state-specific license for this role, but facilities regulated by the California Department of Public Health expect technicians to meet AAMI or equivalent competency standards. Community colleges across the state, including programs at Sacramento City College and San Diego Mesa College, offer foundational biomedical technology coursework.
Which companies hire biomedical equipment technicians in California?
Employers hiring biomedical equipment technicians in California right now include GE HealthCare, MultiMedical Systems, and Sodexo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's density of large integrated health systems, including Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health, means consistent openings for both in-house biomedical staff and third-party service contractors.
Which California cities have the most biomedical equipment technician jobs?
The cities with the most biomedical equipment technician openings in California are Sacramento, California, and Pomona. Los Angeles dominates due to its concentration of major hospital networks and academic medical centers, while San Francisco and San Diego draw demand from large research hospitals and health system campuses, and smaller metro areas like Sacramento see steady openings tied to regional hospital systems serving the Central Valley.
Are there remote biomedical equipment technician jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Biomedical equipment technician work is inherently hands-on, requiring physical access to medical devices and hospital environments, so fully remote roles make up a small share of the market. About 20% of biomedical equipment technician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those that do allow offsite work are typically in technical support, service coordination, or equipment procurement roles rather than direct maintenance positions.
How can I get hired as a biomedical equipment technician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a biomedical equipment technician I or trainee role at a large California health system, which typically requires only an associate degree and a willingness to train on the job. Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health both hire entry-level biomedical staff and provide structured on-the-job training. Candidates coming from electronics technician, IT support, or medical device sales backgrounds often make a strong transition, and earning the entry-level AAMI CBET credential signals commitment to California hiring managers even without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to biomedical equipment technician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to biomedical equipment technician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employer through each listing.
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