DescriptionVacancy AnnouncementJob titleBiomedical Technician (X3)– Nationals OnlyWork LocationKonoDepartmentOperationsReports toBiomedical EngineerLine ManagementNilRequisition Number4584Duration of ContractTwelve (12) Months with possibility of extension.Application StatusInternal & External AdvertOrganization ProfilePartners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change.Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.Our Work In Sierra Leone:PartnersInHealth (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.Position OverviewWe are looking for a dynamic biomedical technician to join our biomedical department. In this role, the biomedical technician will be in charge of overseeing the care and use of all biomedical equipment, performing machinery repairs, and training staff on the correct use ofequipment’s/he will be answerable to the Biomedical Engineer and act in his capacity when he is not around and sending monthly reports and trimestral using development tools and forms to the Biomedical Engineer.PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values (seePIH Values) of the organization to join the team.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Performing routine maintenance checks on biomedical equipment through testing, calibrating, and troubleshooting.Installing new biomedical equipment and adjusting the device according to medical specifications.Training staff members to operate and care for equipment with physical demonstrations and educational presentations.Updating the inventory, placing orders, and verifying deliveries.Repairing faulty machinery on a routine basis and tending to emergency repairs as needed.Keeping a digital record of equipment repairs, faulty components, and recalibrated devices.Ensuring that all equipment meets PIH standards of safety and quality and complies with relevant laws.Installing and testing medical equipment.Maintaining and repairing medical equipment.Conducting safety checks on equipment.Training and advising users on safe procedures.Working with other staff in determining equipment needs.Performing preventive maintenance on biomedical equipment.Traveling across PIH sites (Health Centres/PHUs/CHCs) as required.Communicating regularly with superior technicians within PIH/MoHS.Supporting the commissioning of new medical equipment and systems.Providing technical input during procurement processes to ensure equipment specifications meet clinical and operational needs.Ability to assist plant operators in the daily operation and monitoring of medical gas systems,(Oxygen Plants) while providing basic guidance and on-the-job training in routine maintenance tasksPrevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and HarassmentPartners In Health Sierra Leone is dedicated to preventing unwantedbehaviorin the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, financial misconduct, and ensuring the welfare of those we serve. We expect all staff, consultants, contractors, vendors, and volunteers to uphold these values as outlined in our code of conduct.The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and must adhere to theorganization’ssafeguarding policies. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and screening checks, which may include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.As a participant in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, we request information from previous employers about any instances of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. Additionally, Partners In Health Sierra Leone will share records of such misconduct with other agencies upon staff departure, ensuring transparency and accountability. By applying, candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment proceduresEducation and Work Experience RequirementsUniversity Degree in Biomedical Technology or a related field, ORA Technicians diploma in Electronic and Electrical Engineering/Technology (EEET).Appropriate Certification in the repair of specialized equipment and systems from the relevant manufacturer.Proficient in the use of computers, with a working knowledge of the Microsoft office suite.Interpreting schematic diagrams to perform effective repair and maintenance on basic biomedical equipmentA minimum of two years’ experience as a biomedical technician.Exceptional knowledge of the structure and uses of biomedical equipment.Solid technical skills and the ability to repair machinery with meticulous attention to detail.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex information in layman’s terms.Ability to work well under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced medical environment.Proficient dexterity and hand-eye coordination, as well as physical stamina to lift heavy equipment.Social JusticeWe are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.Method of applicationInterested candidates are required to apply through our website:www.pih.org/employment.In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3)referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) onFriday, October 24th2025.
