Biomedical Engineer In Charge

Job Purpose

The biomedical engineer in charge will keep all hospital medical equipment safe, reliable, and working efficiently. The role leads maintenance, repairs, and technical oversight and gives expert advice on new medical devices. It also ensures the hospital meets safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance oversight

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance of medical equipment.
  
• Inspect and verify repair work to make sure it meets quality, technical, and safety standards.
  
• Track equipment performance and maintenance costs, then recommend repair, refurbishment, replacement, or disposal.
  
• Find recurring faults and put corrective actions in place to reduce downtime.
  

Equipment management

• Coordinate procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning of new medical equipment.
  
• Supervise vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure quality, safety, and contract compliance.
  
• Evaluate new technologies, upgrades, and replacement plans.
  
• Train clinical and support staff on safe use, care, and basic troubleshooting of equipment.
  

Reporting, inventory, and compliance

• Prepare and submit maintenance reports, service records, costs, and equipment status updates.
  
• Keep an up-to-date inventory of spare parts, tools, and critical components.
  
• Request generator fuel and other consumables, and keep the related records accurate.
  
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, manufacturer guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
  

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering from a recognized institution.
  
• Registration with the Association of Medical Engineering of Kenya.
  
• Valid practicing license.
  
• At least six (6) years of relevant experience, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory role.
  

Skills and Attributes

• Hands-on skill in installing, calibrating, servicing, and repairing medical equipment.
  
• Ability to diagnose and fix faults in diagnostic, therapeutic, and life-support devices.
  
• Ability to read technical manuals, biomedical diagrams, and electrical schematics.
  
• Leadership skills to guide technologists and coordinate contractors.
  
• Clear communication with clinicians, nurses, administrators, and suppliers.
  
• Quick, calm response to urgent equipment breakdowns.
  
• Strong organization and time management.
  
• Commitment to patient safety and continuous professional development.