Medical Equipment Technician Jobs for OPT Students
Medical Equipment Technician jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in biomedical engineering, health sciences, or electronics. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Hands-on clinical or lab experience strengthens your application significantly.
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At Agiliti, we believe every interaction has the power to change a life. We are a nationwide company of passionate medical equipment management experts who proudly serve hospitals and healthcare facilities to ensure quality medical equipment is in the right place at the right time for effective patient care. We value our diversity and celebrate our differences, always seeking diverse backgrounds, ideas and experiences. Make an impact in healthcare and grow your career with Team Agiliti!
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Medical Equipment Technician II - COE provides cost-effective maintenance on company and customer-owned medical equipment to assure it is functioning properly to follow manufacturer specifications. They perform operational verification, preventive maintenance, and corrective repair service under the guidance of a qualified Biomedical Equipment Technician or supervisor.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
- The opportunity to make a real impact on patients’ lives.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Up to a 3% match on your 401K.
- Make any day a pay day with Daily Pay.
Responsibilities
- Conduct cost-effective equipment inspection, maintenance, calibration, and repair service on various medical devices including medical beds, infusion pumps, patient monitoring equipment, etc.
- Complete all paperwork and computer data entry accurately and promptly to ensure proper documentation for billing and regulatory compliance.
- Communicate with clinical staff on the topics of equipment features, functionality, etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Proficiency in both movable medical equipment (MME) and patient handling equipment (PHE) or found specialty work and expanded equipment knowledge.
- Demonstrated understanding of the requirements for servicing medical devices.
- Basic computer skills; understanding of computer networks and equipment interaction.
- Must hold a current, valid, and unrestricted driver’s license. Must have a safe driving record based on Agiliti policies.
- Maintain proper credentialing and vaccinations to work within customer locations.
- Willingness to travel periodically to support business needs, helping with Field Biomedical accounts as needed.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as emergency off-hours as needed to support a 24/7 schedule.
- The ability to lift and/or push up to 75 pounds.
- The ability to often bend, stoop, twist, climb, crouch/squat, kneel/crawl, sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
LOCATION
Primary Job Location: NY/NJ Hub/COE
Location City: Oakland
Location State: New Jersey
PAY RANGE FOR ALL LOCATIONS LISTED
$24.49 - $38.72
This range represents the low and high ends of the Agiliti pay range for this position. This base pay range information is based on the market locations shown. For sales positions, this range combines the base salary and the target incentive pay. The actual pay offered may vary depending on several factors including geographic location, experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and related factors. Dependent on the position offered, short-term and/or long-term incentives may be provided as part of the compensation. Applicants should apply via Agiliti's internal or external career site.
It is the policy of Agiliti to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws. In addition, Agiliti will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Agiliti strictly prohibits any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports of alleged violations of this policy or who cooperate in Agiliti’s investigation of such reports.
You may be required to obtain certain vaccinations, or provide proof of current vaccination status, based on customer and/or company requirements. If vaccination is required, Agiliti will provide specific directions and cover the expense at a participating clinic. Please note, this includes the COVID-19 vaccination.
Agiliti offers a robust suite of benefits for regular, full-time, non-union employees including: health insurance options for Medical, Dental Vision plans, Short- and Long-Term Disability plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance Options, Paid Time Off, 401K Saving Plan with employer match, Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Daily Pay program, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs.
Agiliti is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants consistent with state and federal law.
If you require assistance with your application, please contact recruiting@agilitihealth.com.
INTRODUCTION
At Agiliti, we believe every interaction has the power to change a life. We are a nationwide company of passionate medical equipment management experts who proudly serve hospitals and healthcare facilities to ensure quality medical equipment is in the right place at the right time for effective patient care. We value our diversity and celebrate our differences, always seeking diverse backgrounds, ideas and experiences. Make an impact in healthcare and grow your career with Team Agiliti!
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Medical Equipment Technician II - COE provides cost-effective maintenance on company and customer-owned medical equipment to assure it is functioning properly to follow manufacturer specifications. They perform operational verification, preventive maintenance, and corrective repair service under the guidance of a qualified Biomedical Equipment Technician or supervisor.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
- The opportunity to make a real impact on patients’ lives.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Up to a 3% match on your 401K.
- Make any day a pay day with Daily Pay.
Responsibilities
- Conduct cost-effective equipment inspection, maintenance, calibration, and repair service on various medical devices including medical beds, infusion pumps, patient monitoring equipment, etc.
- Complete all paperwork and computer data entry accurately and promptly to ensure proper documentation for billing and regulatory compliance.
- Communicate with clinical staff on the topics of equipment features, functionality, etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Proficiency in both movable medical equipment (MME) and patient handling equipment (PHE) or found specialty work and expanded equipment knowledge.
- Demonstrated understanding of the requirements for servicing medical devices.
- Basic computer skills; understanding of computer networks and equipment interaction.
- Must hold a current, valid, and unrestricted driver’s license. Must have a safe driving record based on Agiliti policies.
- Maintain proper credentialing and vaccinations to work within customer locations.
- Willingness to travel periodically to support business needs, helping with Field Biomedical accounts as needed.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as emergency off-hours as needed to support a 24/7 schedule.
- The ability to lift and/or push up to 75 pounds.
- The ability to often bend, stoop, twist, climb, crouch/squat, kneel/crawl, sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
LOCATION
Primary Job Location: NY/NJ Hub/COE
Location City: Oakland
Location State: New Jersey
PAY RANGE FOR ALL LOCATIONS LISTED
$24.49 - $38.72
This range represents the low and high ends of the Agiliti pay range for this position. This base pay range information is based on the market locations shown. For sales positions, this range combines the base salary and the target incentive pay. The actual pay offered may vary depending on several factors including geographic location, experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and related factors. Dependent on the position offered, short-term and/or long-term incentives may be provided as part of the compensation. Applicants should apply via Agiliti's internal or external career site.
It is the policy of Agiliti to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws. In addition, Agiliti will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Agiliti strictly prohibits any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports of alleged violations of this policy or who cooperate in Agiliti’s investigation of such reports.
You may be required to obtain certain vaccinations, or provide proof of current vaccination status, based on customer and/or company requirements. If vaccination is required, Agiliti will provide specific directions and cover the expense at a participating clinic. Please note, this includes the COVID-19 vaccination.
Agiliti offers a robust suite of benefits for regular, full-time, non-union employees including: health insurance options for Medical, Dental Vision plans, Short- and Long-Term Disability plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance Options, Paid Time Off, 401K Saving Plan with employer match, Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Daily Pay program, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs.
Agiliti is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants consistent with state and federal law.
If you require assistance with your application, please contact recruiting@agilitihealth.com.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Medical Equipment Technician
Confirm STEM OPT eligibility before you apply
Medical Equipment Technician roles typically fall under CIP codes tied to biomedical or electrical engineering. Verify your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying so you can accurately represent your 36-month authorization window to employers.
Target employers with existing OPT infrastructure
Hospitals, medical device manufacturers, and large healthcare systems hire technicians regularly and often have HR processes for OPT workers. Smaller independent service organizations may be unfamiliar with OPT, so prepare a one-page explainer of your authorization timeline.
Lead with hands-on technical certifications
CBET or CABT certifications from AAMI signal readiness to employers who may be uncertain about OPT. Completing one of these during OPT strengthens your profile and reduces the perceived risk of sponsoring an international candidate long-term.
Align your application timeline with your OPT start date
Apply two to three months before your OPT authorization begins. Medical equipment technician hiring often involves background checks and credentialing that add weeks to onboarding, so starting early prevents a gap between your offer and your authorized start date.
Highlight field service and customer-facing experience
Employers in medical equipment roles value technicians who can communicate with clinical staff during installations or repairs. Emphasizing internship experience in hospital biomedical departments or device company field service teams makes your resume immediately relevant.
Understand your employer's H-1B sponsorship likelihood early
Before accepting an offer, ask whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas before. Biomedical technician roles can qualify as specialty occupations if the position requires a relevant engineering degree, but employer willingness varies considerably across healthcare organizations.
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Do Medical Equipment Technician jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
They often do, but it depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If your degree is in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related STEM field, you're likely eligible for the 24-month STEM extension, giving you up to 36 months total. Confirm eligibility with your DSO before applying, since some health science degrees don't qualify.
Can an F-1 OPT student work for a hospital biomedical department or only for device manufacturers?
Both are viable options for OPT students. Hospital biomedical engineering departments hire technicians directly, and so do third-party medical device service companies and original equipment manufacturers. The key requirement is that the work must be directly related to your field of study. Hospitals in large healthcare systems tend to have more established processes for onboarding OPT workers than smaller independent service organizations.
Where can I find Medical Equipment Technician jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship and work authorization compatibility. Searching there saves significant time compared to manually screening postings that don't address OPT status. Many employers listed are familiar with OPT timelines and STEM extension requirements, which matters in a field where onboarding and credentialing take time.
Does a Medical Equipment Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation status based on whether the specific position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. Roles that primarily require on-the-job training rather than a specific engineering degree may not qualify. Positions that require a biomedical or electrical engineering background and involve complex troubleshooting or technical program management are stronger candidates for H-1B sponsorship.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my employer changes job sites or assigns me to a client location?
Your OPT authorization is tied to your employer of record, not the physical work location. If you're working through a staffing agency or your employer contracts you to work at a hospital or clinic, your DSO should be notified of any significant changes to your employment details. If you're on STEM OPT, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, which applies regardless of which client site you're placed at.
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