What are the job roles and responsibilities of an Bio Medical Engineer?
Biomedical engineers work with a wide range of medical and administrative staff. Responsibilities of the job include:
designing, testing and implementing new medical procedures.
designing, developing and testing products and devices
liaising with medical, engineering and scientific staff
training staff to use equipment safely
maintaining equipment
writing reports and documentation
undertaking relevant research.
Typical employers of biomedical engineers
hospitals
universities
research organizations
diagnostic/medical instrumentation manufacturers
Qualifications and training required
To become a biomedical engineer, a good degree in a relevant subject such as biomedical engineering, biomedical science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or physics is required.
Key skills for biomedical engineers
careful measurement and analytical skills
good attention to detail
a good eye for design
the creative ability to turn designs into products
the ability to empathize with patients
communication and team working skills.