The University seeks to recruit applicants with requisite qualifications, skills and experience for the following posts in JMN Ekusileni Hospital
- BIOMEDICAL TECHNICIAN (2 POSTS)
JMN EKUSILENI HOSPITAL
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology/ Electronic Engineering or Instrumentation and Control
- 1–3 years of relevant experience working with biomedical equipment.
- Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic test equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including electronic circuit diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
Desired Qualifications and Description of Position Summary
The Biomedical Technician supports medical staff by ensuring all healthcare equipment is properly installed, maintained, and functioning optimally. Responsibilities include installation, testing, calibration, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of medical devices and safe operation of advanced medical equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with international healthcare standards. The technician will also train users on the correct operation of the equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Inspect, install, and test medical and technical equipment in healthcare.
- Repair, calibrate, and maintain medical equipment using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic instruments, and reference materials such as manufacturer manuals and maintenance schedules.
- Service various hospital devices, including patient monitors, X-ray machines, defibrillators, anaesthesia machines, sterilisers, diathermy equipment, and more.
- Perform safety checks on medical equipment and facility infrastructure to minimise electrical and mechanical risks to patients and staff.
- Collaborate with hospital staff to ensure all equipment is functioning safely and effectively, applying knowledge of electronics and medical terminology.
- Train and demonstrate proper equipment use to hospital personnel
- Ensure adherence to hospital policies and regulatory safety standards.
- Perform basic maintenance tasks related to the hospital facility.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered; details will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include curriculum vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant, including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers and the names, addresses (including e-mail) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees) and copies of certificates must be addressed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar
Human Resources Department
National University of Science and Technology
P O Box AC 939
Ascot
Bulawayo, ZIMBABWE
To apply please use this link: https://vacancies.nust.ac.zw/ .
The National University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 31 January, 2026.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.