Biomedical Technician

Mercy Ships is an international charity that brings hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor through state-of-the-art hospital ships. Since 1978, our volunteer crew—made up of medical professionals and skilled workers from over 60 nations—has delivered free surgeries and medical care to over 2.8 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa, transforming lives one patient and one port at a time. Join our global team of over 3,000 volunteers and help us change lives daily.

About this role

The Biomedical Technician performs preventative maintenance of medical equipment and other scheduled services as directed by the Senior Biomedical Technician. The Biomedical Technician solves practical problems and deals with situations where only limited standardization exists.

What you will contribute

• Diagnostic repairs of equipment and systems

• Documentation of repair activities

• Communicate with hospital staff regarding equipment status and proper operation of equipment

• Excellent problem solving skills

For This Role, You Will Need

• Technical or academic training satisfactory for the position (Electronics, Biomedical, Clinical or Electronic Engineering)

• 2 years’ experience as a Biomedical Technician, preferably as a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician

• Written and verbal fluency in English

• Flexibility and sensitivity to language and cultural diversity

The experience of a lifetime is calling.

More than 1,200 volunteers from over 60 nations serve with Mercy Ships each year.

At Mercy Ships, we are proud to be recognized around the world for the life-changing surgeries and training we deliver. We could not achieve this without our dedicated community of talented volunteers.

Imagine finishing your shift and stepping onto deck as the sun sets—knowing that today you’ve helped transform the lives of those who need it most. Apply now to start a journey that will reshape the lives of those you serve — and your own.