BioMedical Technician
Caraes Ndera Hospital
At a glance
BioMedical Technician is a on-site engineering opening at Caraes Ndera Hospital. The posting places it in Kigali, Rwanda. The post date on the listing is 4 Nov 2026. The deadline written on the listing is 11 Nov 2026. The notes below are written by Akazi. The advertisement under them is the employer's own text.
- Company
- Caraes Ndera Hospital
- Job type
- Engineering · On-site
- Location
- Kigali, Rwanda
- Deadline
- Deadline 11 Nov 2026
- Date posted
- 4 Nov 2026
How to apply
- BioMedical Technician is listed here so you can find it. Caraes Ndera Hospital takes the application. Akazi does not.
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- Deadline 11 Nov 2026. Many employers in Rwanda close a role on that day, so do not leave it to the last hour.
- This is on-site work in Kigali, Rwanda. Be clear that you can be there on the days they expect.
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Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To ensure the availability, safety, functionality, reliability, and optimal utilization of medical and biomedical equipment through effective equipment management, installation, inspection, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and technical support, thereby supporting uninterrupted and quality clinical service delivery at the Hospital.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Install, test, commission, and maintain medical and biomedical equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications, technical standards, and institutional requirements.
Conduct routine inspections and functional assessments of medical equipment to ensure safety, reliability, and operational readiness.
Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for medical and biomedical equipment across the Hospital.
Perform corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of faulty equipment and coordinate specialized repairs where necessary.
Maintain an updated inventory and equipment register, including equipment specifications, location, condition, serial numbers, maintenance history, and service status.
Manage and update equipment records in the Medical Equipment Management and Maintenance System (MEMMS), where applicable.
Monitor equipment performance, identify recurring faults, and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive measures.
Participate in the technical evaluation of medical equipment during procurement processes, including reviewing technical specifications, assessing suitability, and verifying compliance with user requirements.
Provide technical input in the preparation of equipment specifications, procurement plans, maintenance budgets, and replacement plans.
Verify the functionality, completeness, and conformity of newly procured equipment before acceptance and commissioning.
Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, service providers, and relevant technical personnel regarding equipment installation, maintenance, warranties, and repairs.
Train and guide healthcare professionals on the proper operation, routine care, and safe handling of medical equipment.
Ensure compliance with equipment safety standards, infection prevention and control requirements, and occupational health and safety procedures.
Identify and report equipment-related risks, including electrical hazards, equipment failures, and potential patient safety incidents.
Monitor the utilization of medical equipment and recommend redistribution, replacement, upgrading, or disposal where necessary.
Maintain adequate records of maintenance activities, spare parts, equipment downtime, service contracts, and technical interventions.
Provide technical support during the introduction of new medical technologies and equipment.
Participate in the assessment of equipment requirements for new clinical services, hospital departments, and infrastructure development projects.
Prepare periodic reports on equipment availability, functionality, maintenance performance, and resource requirements.
Ensure proper management and accountability of assigned tools, spare parts, equipment, and other technical resources.
Participate in technical committees, equipment assessment exercises, and institutional quality improvement initiatives.
Perform any other related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Expected Outputs / Deliverables
Updated and accurate medical equipment inventory.
Functional and properly maintained biomedical equipment.
Preventive and corrective maintenance plans and reports.
Updated equipment maintenance records in MEMMS, where applicable.
Technical assessment reports for procured equipment.
Reduced equipment downtime and improved equipment availability.
Staff trained on appropriate equipment operation and handling.
Equipment replacement and maintenance recommendations.
Qualifications
Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering,
0 Year of relevant experience
Advanced Diploma in Electromechanical Engineering
0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in Electromechanical Engineering
0 Year of relevant experience
Advanced Diploma (A1) in Electronics Engineering
0 Year of relevant experience
Advanced diploma in clinical Engineering
0 Year of relevant experience
Advanced Diploma in BioMedical Equipment Technology
0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in clinical engineering
0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor's Degree in medical equipment technology
0 Year of relevant experience
Advanced diploma in Medical equipment technology
0 Year of relevant experience
Diploma in Electrical Engineering
0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology
0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering
0 Year of relevant experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
0 Year of relevant experience
Required certificates
Valid License to practice issued professional council in Rwanda
Required competencies and key technical skills
Effective communication skills
Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
Good knowledge of Rwanda Health System
Knowledge of clinical services Policy and procedure
Knowledge of rules and regulatory affairs in regards of medical equipment
Knowledge of preventive maintenance and repair of medical equipment principles
Knowledge of MEMMS and commitment to use it for equipment inventory
Knowledge in medical equipment applications, and Quality assurance
Knowledge in standards required to preserve the Medical equipment
Knowledge of biomedical engineering principles
Archive and documentation skills
General knowledge in supply chain management
Having a depth knowledge of biomedical equipment, standards, and regulations.
Team working skills
Ability to manipulate different digitization software
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