Biomedical Technologist

ABOUT THE COMPANY Opened in 1954, The Nairobi Hospital has excelled in medical expertise and services provision and has deservedly earned recognition throughout East Africa and beyond as an advanced diagnostic, treatment and referral centre. Expansive investment in latest technology and medical equipment has enabled us establish leadership in medical procedures both in Kenya and outside.

We take pride in our highly qualified professionals who deliver our mission everyday, translating their knowledge and expertise to internationally compliant practices in healthcare provision. Courtesy, consideration and unreserved respect towards our patients’, dignity and confidentiality has time and again helped us earn their trust and goodwill.

Our dedicated nursing staff provides professional care within a friendly and comfortable environment, ensuring that being in hospital is a more pleasurable and less anxious time for our patients and their families. JOB SUMMARY RequirementsDiploma in Biomedical Engineering or any other related field from a recognized institutionMinimum of 3 years’ relevant experienceTechnical & Behavioral competenciesCertified training in installation, service and calibration of medical equipmentBiomedical technology skillsKnowledge of radiology, ICU and other machines used in hospitalsTeam playerAbility to work for long hoursAnalytical skillsResource planning skillsTeam workCommunication skillsComputer skillsLeadership skillsInterpersonal skillsAccountabilityIntegrity RESPONSIBILITIES Install, inspect, repair and carry out preventive maintenance on biomedical equipment which are found in ICU, Theatre, Renal, Radiology Laboratory, Physical Medicine and Wards equipment in line with manufacturers’ recommendations, ISO 13485 for quality management, ISO 14971 for risk management, and IEC 60601 for electrical safety;Carry out daily routine checks of the oxygen PSA and compressor plant, manifolds, vacuum plant, Reverse Osmosis Plant, dialysis machines and theatre equipment e.g anaesthesia machine ensuring the comply with established operating standards;Keep records of all checklist, job cards, PPM schedules and tasks as performed in line with requirements;Calibrate equipment in order to ensure the right parameters have been set using various calibration equipment such as fluke prosim 8;Handle all biomedical equipment job requests assigned.Create test procedures for the hospital’s biomedical equipment in line with established guidelines;Participate in equipment or process validation activities;Maintain medical equipment within the hospital and outpatient centres in line with environmental, health and occupational safety regulations;Supervise the repairs of contracted equipment by the suppliersPrepare daily reports in line with requirements; andAny other responsibility that may be assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time REQUIRED SKILLS Reporting, Medicine, Patient care, Quality control and supervision REQUIRED ED