Biomedical Head

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients

Salary range : Rs 900000 - Rs 960000 (ie INR 9-9.6 LPA)

Min Experience : 15 years

Location : Kolkata

JobType : full-time

Requirements

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Biomedical Head to lead our biomedical engineering division and ensure the smooth functioning, safety, and compliance of all biomedical devices and systems. With a strong foundation in biomedical engineering and healthcare technology management , the ideal candidate will bring at least 15+ years of extensive industry experience, including leadership and hands-on technical expertise.

The Biomedical Head will oversee the management, maintenance, procurement, and innovation of biomedical devices, ensuring that hospital operations and patient care are supported with world-class technology and reliable equipment. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical acumen, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to drive continuous improvement in biomedical practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy
• Provide leadership for the biomedical engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Develop long-term strategies for biomedical device management and technology adoption.
• Align departmental goals with the organization’s mission to enhance patient care through advanced medical technology.
• Biomedical Device Management
• Oversee installation, calibration, preventive maintenance, and repair of all biomedical equipment.
• Ensure devices meet safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Maintain a comprehensive inventory of biomedical devices and monitor their life cycle.
• Collaborate with vendors for procurement, servicing, and upgrades of biomedical equipment.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance
• Ensure compliance with national and international healthcare device regulations.
• Implement and monitor biomedical device safety programs.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain adherence to medical equipment standards.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
• Work closely with doctors, nurses, and hospital management to understand equipment needs and address technical concerns.
• Liaise with vendors, manufacturers, and service providers for procurement and maintenance contracts.
• Support clinical departments by ensuring equipment availability and reliability.
• Innovation & Technology Evaluation
• Evaluate emerging biomedical technologies and recommend solutions for adoption.
• Implement innovative biomedical systems to improve efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Guide research and development initiatives within biomedical engineering.
• Team Development & Training
• Mentor, train, and develop biomedical engineers and technicians.
• Ensure the team stays updated with technological advancements in biomedical devices.
• Build a strong, skilled workforce capable of supporting a large hospital / healthcare setup.

Required Skills & Qualifications