Summary
The Patient Care Equipment Technician is responsible for cleaning, inspecting, delivering, and maintaining medical equipment used in patient care. This role ensures that equipment is safe, functional, and readily available to support healthcare staff and patient needs throughout the hospital.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Key responsibilities are to:
Clean, disinfect, and prepare patient care equipment for use
Inspect equipment for proper operation and report issues or damage
Deliver and retrieve equipment between hospital departments and patient rooms
Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment
Maintain accurate records of equipment status and location
Follow hospital infection control and safety procedures
Respond promptly to equipment requests and urgent needs
Assist with inventory organization and storage
Communicate equipment issues to supervisors or biomedical staff
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability .
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.
One year experience in a hospital or healthcare environment is preferred. Basic knowledge of medical equipment and safety practices. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Strong attention to detail and reliability with good communication and teamwork skills.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Certification in medical equipment cleaning or infection control is preferred but not required.
Required Skills/Abilities
Time management and prioritization
Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital or medical facility environment
Physical ability to lift, push, and transport equipment
Basic computer or tracking system skills
Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and patient care
Frequent walking, standing, and lifting
Exposure to clinical areas while following safety protocols
Ability to work evening, weekend, or on-call shifts