The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Biomedical Engineer – Class 1

Why Join RMH?

• Salary packaging, onsite parking, focus on professional development
• Parkville location close to transport, discounted onsite parking available  
• Generous salary packaging options available and monthly ADO

About the Role

The purpose of this role is to perform inspections and maintenance and assist with calibration, repairing a wide range of medical equipment in accordance with Australian standards, manufacturer’s recommendations and RMH procedures - as guided by senior biomedical engineers in the department. 

As part of the Clinical Engineering Team (CEng) you will work with all stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient delivery of Clinical Technology Management Services across Melbourne Health. The CEng team enjoys a collaborative working environment with all stakeholders having access to internal and external resources to enhance and provide expertise across the many service disciplines.

Key Accountabilities

• Act as a team player, working under the guidance of the senior members of the CEng team.
• Provide contemporary, innovative, and accurate best practice advice and support the service delivery of Clinical Technology Management, partnering with Clinicians and service engineers from technology vendors.
• Collaborate with key staff members across the organisation.
• Contribute to on call, after hours, public holiday and weekend services, upon completion of required training.
• Maintain up to date technical and commercial knowledge in Medical Equipment Engineering and attend training courses and seminars as required.
• Provide technical support to clinical and administrative staff.

About You

• You will have a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Biomedical Engineering or electronics or equivalent. Eligible for a Professional Membership with Engineers Australia or Professionals Australia.
• Experience in an acute hospital environment is preferred, but any professional experience relating to your current field of study will also be considered.
• You are looking to expand your technical skills and learn more about clinical systems.
• Interested in working on fully integrated EMR systems and learning about new developments.

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
• Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
• Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
• Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.

Interested?

Click Apply to review the full job description and to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.