SkillBridge Intern – Biomedical Equipment Technician
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Job Description
About GE Healthcare:
GE Healthcare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator with over 100 years of experience in the healthcare industry and approximately 50,000 employees worldwide. They provide intelligent devices, data analytics, applications, and services, supported by their Edison intelligence platform, to help clinicians make faster, more informed decisions. GE Healthcare operates within a broader ecosystem focused on precision health—digitizing healthcare, boosting productivity, and improving outcomes for patients, providers, health systems, and researchers globally.
Job Description: SkillBridge Intern – Biomedical Equipment Technician
This internship is part of the Military DoD SkillBridge program, offering active-duty service members nearing the end of their service (within the last 180 days) a chance to gain valuable civilian work experience. Interns will receive real-world training and experience in the in-demand field of biomedical equipment technology. Compensation is not provided by GE Healthcare; interns continue receiving military pay and benefits.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Working within a hospital environment, under supervision, to evaluate and troubleshoot imaging and patient care system (PCS) equipment issues.
• Implementing necessary repairs and performing planned maintenance (PM).
• Conducting safety and environmental inspections.
• Maintaining effective customer relationships.
• Following GE policies, procedures, and hospital protocols; completing required documentation.
• Communicating with customers to ensure issue resolution and follow-up, driving customer satisfaction.
• Supporting business goals and objectives by implementing GE/customer facility contracts.
• Assisting more experienced technicians with complex repairs and resolutions.
• Collaborating with the local team to deliver efficient service to all accounts within the assigned area.
• Documenting all repair actions and submitting reports/summaries as scheduled.
• Maintaining approved parts inventory.
• Managing vendor service delivery processes in accordance with GE policies.
• Ensuring proper care of spares, tools, and test equipment, including calibration.
• Maintaining and expanding technical knowledge of current standards, codes, and procedures for the safe and effective use of medical equipment.
• Adhering to Health and Human Services, as well as Environmental Health and Safety requirements.
• Completing all planned Quality and Compliance training within deadlines.
• Reporting any customer quality or compliance concerns immediately to the Quality Organization.
• Complying with the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Active Military Personnel
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 lbs. unassisted; frequent bending, stooping, twisting, climbing, crouching/squatting, kneeling/crawling, sitting, and standing for extended periods; reaching at, above, and below shoulder level; neck flexion/extension; good hand and finger dexterity; color, close, distance, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Must not relocate more than 30 miles from their current location without manager approval.
Desired Characteristics:
• Previous experience or coursework in interpreting schematic diagrams and performing troubleshooting and planned maintenance on biomedical, diagnostic imaging, or electronic equipment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to explain technical issues clearly to customers.
• Experience working with internal teams and external customers in a solution-based service process.
