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To
be a successful Biomedical Equipment Technician you should…
- Have a mechanical aptitude and good eye/hand coordination.
- Have critical listening and problem solving skills,
especially in relating information on equipment functioning.
- Be interested in learning to work on new/updated equipment.
- Have the ability to see slight differences in objects,
shapes, or pictures.
- Have good interpersonal skills.
- Have the ability to move from place to place easily.
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| What
type of education and/or training do I need?
Technicians complete one- to three-year programs leading
to associate degrees in biomedical equipment technology,
electronics, or an engineering-related field. Four-year
bachelor's degrees are offered by some universities and
colleges. Some technicians with electronics education
and experience may train on the job. |
| Do
I need a license or certification for this career?
Licensure is not required in the state of Connecticut. |
| Where
can I get more information? Association
for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation
1110 North Glebe Rd
Ste 220
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 525-4890 www.aami.org |
| What
is the salary for this career? $41,600-$58,240
(Source: 2003 Connecticut Hospital Association Compensation
Survey) |
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| What
will my job be like? Biomedical equipment
technicians (BMETs) specialize in the installation, adjustment,
testing, inspection and maintenance of electronic and
mechanical equipment used to diagnose and treat diseases.
Technicians demonstrate the use of equipment for other
medical personnel and propose new equipment purchases
or modifications.
Biomedical equipment technicians work in hospitals, medical
centers, clinics, manufacturing sales or service. |
| Where
could I work? Biomedical equipment technicians
are employed in hospitals and large clinics and are usually
supervised by biomedical engineers. They generally work
a 5-day 40-hour week.
Other workplace settings:
- Government Agencies
- Medical Equipment Manufacturers
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| What
is the future of this career? Biotechnology
is a booming industry with a growing demand for highly
skilled technicians. |
Where
can I get the education and/or training?
- Briarwood College, Southington
- Capital Community College, Hartford
- Gateway Community College, New Haven
- Housatonic Community College, Bridgeport
- Middlesex Community College, Middletown
- Quinnipiac University, Hamden
- University of Connecticut, Storrs
- University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington
- University of New Haven, New Haven
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