Biomedical Equipment Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Biomedical Equipment Technicians maintain and repair medical devices in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities. For visa sponsorship, this role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring an associate's or bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering technology, electronics, or related field. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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As a Biomedical Technician with Fresenius Medical Care, you will maintain and repair medical and water treatment equipment within our kidney care clinics. You will also train and educate colleagues on operational maintenance of our dialysis machines to ensure the safety of our dialysis patients, as well as manage the medical supplies required.
How you grow or advance in your career: We believe in encouraging our employees to achieve their full potential by offering opportunities for advancement. We have a Biomedical Technician specific career ladder with three potential levels of Biomedical Technician role as well as a leadership path from Area Technical Operations Manager, Regional Technical Operations Manager, and Senior Director Technical Services, overseen by a Vice President of Technical Services and supported by Corporate Biomedical Support Managers.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset — we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs dialysis equipment, ancillary equipment, and water treatment systems.
- Maintains the physical plant, as directed.
- Ensures outside vendor services are completed per contract.
- Purchases and retain an inventory of service parts.
- Performs, evaluates, and reports water/dialysate sample collection and any actions required.
- Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly trend analysis on the water system to assure system functions as designed.
- Documents all repairs and maintenance activity.
- Assists in planning and installing biomedical equipment to assure safe and effective operation of facility.
- Transports equipment as needed with supervisor consent.
- Participates in monthly technical and regulatory meetings.
- Collaborates with facility staff to ensure all regulatory and OSHA requirements are met.
- Manages inventory, including receiving and putting up deliveries, inventory counts, transporting goods between clinics as needed and assist clinical management with inventory costs.
- Performs initial and annual verification and ongoing monitoring of patient care staff’s technique for testing water system, assuring tests and documentation comply with manufacturer’s specifications for the devices and test equipment used.
- Completes all technical training programs required by state/federal regulations and company policy.
- Provides scheduled after hour technical on-call coverage for your clinics as needed.
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Associate Degree in electronics / biomedical technology, or equivalent (preferred but not required).
- Valid Driver's License issued in the employee’s state of residence required.
- Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of Fresenius Biomedical Technician training within the first 24 months of service from date of hire.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Qualities and traits: collaborative, independent, analytical, mechanical, self-motivated, self-starter, continuously strives for staying up to date and increasing their knowledge/skills.
- Less than 1-year related experience.
- Prior experience working in a mechanical, automotive, or construction industry, dialysis, or medical technical setting (preferred but not required).
- Manual dexterity required - ability to use common hand tools and small power equipment.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and safely move large/bulky equipment.
- Ability to create a safe and efficient work environment, OSHA – 6S – Infection Control.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that, failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.
- Position involves active work including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for considerable lengths of time.
- The use of dollies or other equipment is mandatory when moving heavy weight items. May be required to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
- There is potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials. Scope of work includes high voltage equipment. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided by the company.
- Work environment is typically air temperature controlled with moderate noise levels. May be required to work in various outdoor elements.
- Evening, weekend, and holiday availability, as well as ability to take.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EOE, disability/veterans
About this role:
As a Biomedical Technician with Fresenius Medical Care, you will maintain and repair medical and water treatment equipment within our kidney care clinics. You will also train and educate colleagues on operational maintenance of our dialysis machines to ensure the safety of our dialysis patients, as well as manage the medical supplies required.
How you grow or advance in your career: We believe in encouraging our employees to achieve their full potential by offering opportunities for advancement. We have a Biomedical Technician specific career ladder with three potential levels of Biomedical Technician role as well as a leadership path from Area Technical Operations Manager, Regional Technical Operations Manager, and Senior Director Technical Services, overseen by a Vice President of Technical Services and supported by Corporate Biomedical Support Managers.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset — we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs dialysis equipment, ancillary equipment, and water treatment systems.
- Maintains the physical plant, as directed.
- Ensures outside vendor services are completed per contract.
- Purchases and retain an inventory of service parts.
- Performs, evaluates, and reports water/dialysate sample collection and any actions required.
- Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly trend analysis on the water system to assure system functions as designed.
- Documents all repairs and maintenance activity.
- Assists in planning and installing biomedical equipment to assure safe and effective operation of facility.
- Transports equipment as needed with supervisor consent.
- Participates in monthly technical and regulatory meetings.
- Collaborates with facility staff to ensure all regulatory and OSHA requirements are met.
- Manages inventory, including receiving and putting up deliveries, inventory counts, transporting goods between clinics as needed and assist clinical management with inventory costs.
- Performs initial and annual verification and ongoing monitoring of patient care staff’s technique for testing water system, assuring tests and documentation comply with manufacturer’s specifications for the devices and test equipment used.
- Completes all technical training programs required by state/federal regulations and company policy.
- Provides scheduled after hour technical on-call coverage for your clinics as needed.
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Associate Degree in electronics / biomedical technology, or equivalent (preferred but not required).
- Valid Driver's License issued in the employee’s state of residence required.
- Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of Fresenius Biomedical Technician training within the first 24 months of service from date of hire.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Qualities and traits: collaborative, independent, analytical, mechanical, self-motivated, self-starter, continuously strives for staying up to date and increasing their knowledge/skills.
- Less than 1-year related experience.
- Prior experience working in a mechanical, automotive, or construction industry, dialysis, or medical technical setting (preferred but not required).
- Manual dexterity required - ability to use common hand tools and small power equipment.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and safely move large/bulky equipment.
- Ability to create a safe and efficient work environment, OSHA – 6S – Infection Control.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that, failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.
- Position involves active work including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for considerable lengths of time.
- The use of dollies or other equipment is mandatory when moving heavy weight items. May be required to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
- There is potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials. Scope of work includes high voltage equipment. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided by the company.
- Work environment is typically air temperature controlled with moderate noise levels. May be required to work in various outdoor elements.
- Evening, weekend, and holiday availability, as well as ability to take.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EOE, disability/veterans
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Biomedical Equipment Technician
Target specialized medical facilities
Large hospital systems and medical device manufacturers are most likely to sponsor. They understand the technical skills required and the difficulty finding qualified technicians domestically.
Emphasize regulatory compliance experience
Highlight experience with FDA regulations, medical device standards, and quality assurance. Healthcare facilities value technicians who understand compliance requirements for medical equipment maintenance.
Get relevant certifications
Obtain CBET (Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician) certification or similar credentials. These demonstrate specialized knowledge and make you more attractive to employers willing to sponsor.
Focus on critical care equipment
Experience with ventilators, patient monitors, dialysis machines, or imaging equipment strengthens your case. Hospitals need technicians who can maintain life-critical systems reliably.
Consider medical device companies
Companies like Medtronic, GE Healthcare, or Siemens sponsor technicians for field service roles. They often need technicians to support equipment installations and maintenance nationwide.
Document your education carefully
Ensure your degree or certificate program covers electronics, medical instrumentation, and anatomy. USCIS needs to see the direct relationship between your education and biomedical equipment work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree do I need for biomedical equipment technician visa sponsorship?
Most positions accept an associate's degree in biomedical equipment technology, electronics technology, or biomedical engineering. Some employers prefer a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering or electrical engineering. Community college programs specifically in biomedical equipment technology are widely accepted, as they provide the specialized training employers seek.
How to find Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in sponsored positions across healthcare and medical device industries. Focus your search on hospitals, medical equipment manufacturers, and healthcare technology companies that commonly sponsor H-1B visa, TN visa, and O-1 visas for technical roles. These employers often need skilled technicians to maintain critical medical equipment and diagnostic systems.
Do biomedical equipment technicians qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, when the position requires specialized knowledge and an associate's or bachelor's degree. The role must involve complex medical equipment requiring technical expertise beyond basic maintenance. Entry-level positions doing routine equipment cleaning may not qualify, but roles involving calibration, repair, and compliance typically do.
Which employers sponsor biomedical equipment technicians most often?
Large hospital systems, medical device manufacturers like Philips and GE Healthcare, and third-party medical equipment service companies frequently sponsor. Academic medical centers and specialized facilities like cardiac catheterization labs or dialysis centers also sponsor technicians with the right experience and qualifications.
Can I get sponsored without prior U.S. healthcare experience?
Yes, but you'll need strong technical credentials and relevant education. Employers may sponsor if you have biomedical equipment experience from other countries, relevant military training, or strong electronics background with medical device coursework. Certifications like CBET can help bridge any experience gaps.
What are common reasons biomedical equipment technician sponsorship gets denied?
USCIS may deny if the job description emphasizes routine maintenance rather than specialized technical work, if the degree requirement isn't clearly stated, or if the education doesn't directly relate to biomedical equipment. Ensure the job posting specifies technical skills like calibration, troubleshooting complex systems, and regulatory compliance knowledge.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.