Medical Equipment Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Medical Equipment Technicians who need visa sponsorship most commonly qualify under the H-1B or TN visa, depending on your nationality. Employers in hospitals, imaging centers, and medical device companies do sponsor, though roles vary in how consistently they require a bachelor's degree. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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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
Target hospital systems and large device manufacturers first
Large hospital networks and medical device companies like Philips, Siemens Healthineers, and GE Healthcare have established immigration programs. They sponsor more consistently than independent clinics or small service contractors, which rarely have HR infrastructure for visa petitions.
Clarify whether the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
H-1B approval depends on the employer demonstrating the role requires a specific bachelor's degree. Biomedical engineering or biomedical equipment technology degrees strengthen that case significantly. Roles framed as general maintenance work face higher USCIS scrutiny and denial risk.
Canadian and Mexican nationals should explore the TN visa
The TN visa allows Canadians and Mexicans in qualifying scientific and technical roles to work in the U.S. without the H-1B lottery. Medical equipment technicians with an engineering or science degree may qualify under the engineer or scientist category.
Highlight certifications alongside your degree
CBET or CRES certification from AAMI demonstrates specialized clinical engineering knowledge that generic maintenance technicians don't have. Employers and immigration attorneys use these credentials to support the specialty occupation argument during the H-1B petition process.
Ask employers directly about their sponsorship history before applying
Many job postings don't mention sponsorship at all. Reach out before applying to confirm whether the employer has sponsored H-1B workers in this role before. A company with no prior petitions will face a steeper internal approval process than one with established precedent.
Use Migrate Mate to find roles with confirmed sponsorship
Migrate Mate filters for employers actively open to visa sponsorship, saving time you'd otherwise spend screening postings manually. Browsing by role lets you identify which companies have a track record of sponsoring medical equipment and biomedical technician positions.
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Does a Medical Equipment Technician role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is structured. USCIS must determine the position is a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field like biomedical engineering or electronics. Roles framed around hands-on repair work without a degree requirement are frequently challenged. Employers who frame the position around clinical systems analysis or biomedical engineering functions have stronger cases.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my H-1B as a Medical Equipment Technician?
A bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, biomedical equipment technology, electrical engineering, or a closely related field is the strongest basis for sponsorship. Some employers accept a two-year associate's degree combined with relevant certifications like CBET under the three-for-one experience substitution rule, though USCIS scrutinizes those petitions more closely.
How do I find Medical Equipment Technician jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't reliably filter for sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking visa-sponsored roles in the U.S., so you can browse Medical Equipment Technician postings from employers who are already open to sponsoring. That saves significant time compared to cold-screening individual postings.
Are there visa options besides the H-1B for Medical Equipment Technicians?
Yes. Canadian and Mexican nationals can apply for a TN visa under the engineer or scientist category if their degree and job duties align. The O-1A is available for those with extraordinary ability in their field, though that's uncommon for this role. Australian citizens may explore the E-3 visa if their position qualifies as a specialty occupation.
What do employers typically require before agreeing to sponsor a Medical Equipment Technician?
Most employers want to confirm the role genuinely requires a degreed professional before committing to the cost and complexity of H-1B sponsorship. Expect them to verify your degree, review your CBET or CRES certifications, and assess whether your work history supports the specialty occupation framing. Employers with prior sponsorship experience move faster than those doing it for the first time.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Medical 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.
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