Biomedical Engineers combine engineering principles with medical and biological sciences to design and create equipment, devices, computer systems, and software used in healthcare. Their job is to design instruments, devices, and software used in healthcare; develop new procedures using knowledge from many technical sources; or conduct research needed to solve clinical problems. They frequently work in research and development or quality assurance.
II. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Design biomedical equipment and devices, such as artificial internal organs, replacements for body parts, and machines for diagnosing medical problems.Install, adjust, maintain, repair, or provide technical support for biomedical equipment.e
valuate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment.Train clinicians and other perso
nnel on the proper use of biomedical equipment.Prepare procedures, write technical reports, publish research papers, and make recommendations ba
sed on their research findings.Installs new equipment by establishing, adjusting, calibrating and testing performance.Improves equipment performance by studying machine-patient interaction, co
nferring with equipment users, developing modifications, and collaborating with manufacturers.
III. JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Must be graduate at least 4 years College Graduate in biomedical engineering, biomedical science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or physics is required.Associate’s degree in related field with work experience.More education, experience, or additio
nal certifications and licenses may be required.Careful measurement and analytical skills.Good attention to detail, a good eye for design.Creative and technical ability to turn designs into products.Ability to empathize with patients.Communication and team working skills.