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Biomedical Engineer jobs are among the more OPT-friendly roles in STEM, with a 24-month STEM OPT extension available for graduates of accredited engineering programs. Employers in medical devices, pharma, and hospital systems regularly sponsor F-1 candidates, making this a strong field for building long-term U.S. work authorization.
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NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Biomedical Technician I - Clinical Engineering - Long Island.
In this role, the successful candidate under close supervision, installs inspects, calibrates, and performs preventive maintenance on General Biomedical - electrical, electronic, and pneumatic patient care, diagnostic, monitoring, and therapeutic instrumentation throughout the Medical Center. Troubleshoots and repairs a variety of instruments such as Infusion, Syringe, Enteral, PCA Pumps, SCDs, Pacemakers, Telemetry, Multi-parameter patient Monitors, Central Station Monitoring, Hypothermia Units, Lab equipment, etc. General Care Areas include but is not limited to Central Services, Labs, Physical/Occupational Therapy, and Dialysis.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Carries out minor repairs of patient medical equipment, accessories, and cables in the Medical Center efficiently. Troubleshoots minor problems in medical equipment and renders equipment functional, fixing or replacing appropriate components or circuit boards based on the problem; may be required to provide service at the point of use. Services and repairs cables, transducers, and accessories. Verifies proper operation of all device functions prior to returning the device to service. Have the user department staff verify the current operation if the service was rendered at the point of use. Records all work done on appropriate forms. Informs and consults with the Director on unusual problems or specific hazards.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Attends all required work-related training.
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Install medical equipment in coordination with the user and Facilities Management departments. Assists other CE technicians in the installation of new patient systems. Assist in the reinstallation of equipment in other areas or carts as determined by the user department's needs. Performs incoming inspection on general patient care equipment with (at minimum) an electrical safety check and/or a full acceptance and performance check. Performs electrical and functional safety checks on all incoming patient care equipment before it is used. Performs functional tests and checks the calibrations on new patient monitors, SCDs, infusion devices, feeding pumps, suction regulators, etc., on a regular basis. Re-inspect equipment for electrical safety checks at intervals prescribed by departmental policy following repairs. Keeps abreast of new developments in the field of medical instrumentation and is aware of clinical applications of equipment and how it is used on patients. Attends all required work-related training.
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Determines whether equipment is covered by warranty or service contract when repairs are needed. Notifies the Operations Manager of equipment under warranty or contract by providing the manufacturer, model, serial number, and the description of the problem with the equipment.
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Performs preventative maintenance (PM) and calibration on the above-mentioned equipment at intervals prescribed by manufacturers' and departmental policies. Locates equipment that is due for PM, performs functional testing and calibration, and works on fixed equipment, such as patient monitors in the room where it is installed. Bring mobile equipment back to the shop for inspection. Affixes appropriate tags, labels, and/or stickers to new equipment, ensuring equipment is also appropriately tagged.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering/Technology.
A minimum of 1 year of medical equipment repair experience.
Equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $82,611.43 - $92,864.10 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
INTRODUCTION
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Biomedical Technician I - Clinical Engineering - Long Island.
In this role, the successful candidate under close supervision, installs inspects, calibrates, and performs preventive maintenance on General Biomedical - electrical, electronic, and pneumatic patient care, diagnostic, monitoring, and therapeutic instrumentation throughout the Medical Center. Troubleshoots and repairs a variety of instruments such as Infusion, Syringe, Enteral, PCA Pumps, SCDs, Pacemakers, Telemetry, Multi-parameter patient Monitors, Central Station Monitoring, Hypothermia Units, Lab equipment, etc. General Care Areas include but is not limited to Central Services, Labs, Physical/Occupational Therapy, and Dialysis.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Carries out minor repairs of patient medical equipment, accessories, and cables in the Medical Center efficiently. Troubleshoots minor problems in medical equipment and renders equipment functional, fixing or replacing appropriate components or circuit boards based on the problem; may be required to provide service at the point of use. Services and repairs cables, transducers, and accessories. Verifies proper operation of all device functions prior to returning the device to service. Have the user department staff verify the current operation if the service was rendered at the point of use. Records all work done on appropriate forms. Informs and consults with the Director on unusual problems or specific hazards.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
-
Attends all required work-related training.
-
Install medical equipment in coordination with the user and Facilities Management departments. Assists other CE technicians in the installation of new patient systems. Assist in the reinstallation of equipment in other areas or carts as determined by the user department's needs. Performs incoming inspection on general patient care equipment with (at minimum) an electrical safety check and/or a full acceptance and performance check. Performs electrical and functional safety checks on all incoming patient care equipment before it is used. Performs functional tests and checks the calibrations on new patient monitors, SCDs, infusion devices, feeding pumps, suction regulators, etc., on a regular basis. Re-inspect equipment for electrical safety checks at intervals prescribed by departmental policy following repairs. Keeps abreast of new developments in the field of medical instrumentation and is aware of clinical applications of equipment and how it is used on patients. Attends all required work-related training.
-
Determines whether equipment is covered by warranty or service contract when repairs are needed. Notifies the Operations Manager of equipment under warranty or contract by providing the manufacturer, model, serial number, and the description of the problem with the equipment.
-
Performs preventative maintenance (PM) and calibration on the above-mentioned equipment at intervals prescribed by manufacturers' and departmental policies. Locates equipment that is due for PM, performs functional testing and calibration, and works on fixed equipment, such as patient monitors in the room where it is installed. Bring mobile equipment back to the shop for inspection. Affixes appropriate tags, labels, and/or stickers to new equipment, ensuring equipment is also appropriately tagged.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering/Technology.
A minimum of 1 year of medical equipment repair experience.
Equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $82,611.43 - $92,864.10 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Biomedical Engineer
Target STEM-designated programs
Your degree must come from a STEM-designated program to qualify for the 24-month extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying, since this determines whether you get 12 or 36 total months of OPT work authorization.
Focus on medical device and MedTech employers
Companies developing FDA-regulated devices, implants, or diagnostics have established immigration infrastructure and regularly sponsor F-1 engineers. These employers understand STEM OPT timelines and are more likely to file H-1B visa petitions before your authorization expires.
Align your degree to the job description
Biomedical Engineering roles must qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship. A degree in biomedical, mechanical, or electrical engineering directly tied to the role strengthens both your OPT authorization and any future visa petition your employer files.
Prioritize roles with regulatory or R&D scope
Positions requiring FDA regulatory knowledge, clinical testing, or research and development are more likely to satisfy specialty occupation standards. These roles also tend to attract employers experienced with visa sponsorship processes for technical engineering hires.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be E-Verify enrolled. Confirm enrollment status during the offer stage, not after. If an employer is not enrolled, the extension cannot be approved and your work authorization timeline shortens significantly.
File your STEM OPT extension application early
USCIS recommends filing at least 90 days before your OPT end date. Submit your I-765 with your updated I-20 as soon as your DSO approves the extension request. Late filing leaves no buffer if USCIS processing runs long.
Biomedical Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Biomedical Engineering degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes. Biomedical Engineering is a STEM-designated field, so graduates qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension on top of the standard 12 months, giving you up to 36 months of post-graduation work authorization. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO to verify your specific degree qualifies.
Do Biomedical Engineer roles typically qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Most do, because biomedical engineering positions generally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical discipline. Roles in device design, biomechanics, regulatory affairs, and clinical engineering have strong track records of H-1B approval. Roles with vague degree requirements or generalist scope face more scrutiny from USCIS during adjudication.
What types of employers hire Biomedical Engineers on OPT?
Medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, hospital systems, research universities, and contract research organizations all hire Biomedical Engineers on OPT. Larger MedTech companies with established legal departments are generally more experienced with STEM OPT requirements and H-1B sponsorship timelines. You can browse verified OPT-friendly employers on Migrate Mate.
Can I work in a hospital or clinical setting on OPT as a Biomedical Engineer?
Yes. Hospital systems and academic medical centers regularly employ Biomedical Engineers in roles managing medical equipment, supporting clinical trials, or working in biomedical informatics. These positions qualify for OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. Confirm your DSO approves the role as consistent with your degree before starting.
What happens to my OPT if my employer is acquired or goes through a merger?
If your employer is acquired, your E-Verify enrollment status may change. For STEM OPT, your employer must remain E-Verify enrolled throughout your authorization period. Notify your DSO immediately if ownership changes, and confirm the acquiring entity has active E-Verify enrollment. If enrollment lapses, your STEM OPT extension could be invalidated by USCIS.