Roles of A Biomedical Engineer in A Hospital
- Advise and assist in the application of instrumentation in clinical environments.
- Provide leadership, guidance, support and supervision to the section staff and take responsibility in the day to day operation of the clinics.
- Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment.
- Ensure that all medical equipment is properly maintained and documented.
- Provide engineering and technical expertise on all matters related to medical technology, especially in the process of planning, review, evaluation, and specification of medical equipment.
- Install, adjust, maintain, and/or repair biomedical equipment. Evaluate, negotiate and manage service contracts.
- Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses.
- Develop and provide a comprehensive in-service education program on the safe and effective use of medical equipment for both medical and nursing staff.
- Advise hospital administrators on the planning, acquisition, and use of medical equipment.
- Develop and implement short and long term strategies for the development and direction of the department to effectively manage medical equipment and technology in the clinics.
- Minimize, investigate and rectify hazard risks associated with medical equipment use.
- Perform other duties within the scope of the job and its technical capacity and expertise.
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