Head Biomedical Engineering

About Continental Hospitals

Continental Hospitals is a leading multi-super-specialty healthcare organization known for its clinical excellence, advanced technology, and patient-centric care. With a strong presence in Hyderabad and Jagdalpur, the group delivers comprehensive tertiary care services across major medical specialties, supported by world-class infrastructure and international quality standards.

Continental Hospitals, Hyderabad - 800+ Bedded

Located in the Financial District, Gachibowli, Continental Hospitals, Hyderabad is a flagship quaternary care hospital offering cutting-edge clinical services, advanced diagnostics, and high-end medical equipment. The hospital is recognized for its robust governance, corporate culture, and strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.

Continental Hospitals, Jagdalpur -250+ Bedded

Continental Hospitals, Jagdalpur plays minority role in bringing quality multi-specialty healthcare to central India, bridging the gap between metro-level clinical care and regional accessibility. The hospital focuses on operational excellence, affordability, and community impact while maintaining strong clinical and biomedical standards.

Position Requirement Head Biomedical Engineering

We are looking for a Biomedical Head from a Multispecialty hospital background with:

• Minimum 15+ years of experience in biomedical engineering
• Strong academic credentials
• Demonstrated career stability with a minimum of 3 years in each organization
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale medical equipment lifecycle, vendor management, compliance, and team leadership

Position Location: Hyderabad (Flagship Unit)

Job Title: Head Biomedical Engineering

Location: Hyderabad

Hospital Type: Multispecialty

Experience: Minimum 15+ years

Background: Mandatory experience in Multispecialty Hospitals

Qualification: Strong academic background in Biomedical Engineering or equivalent

Reporting To: Hospital Leadership / COO / Medical Director

Job Purpose

To lead and manage the Biomedical Engineering function, ensuring high availability, safety, compliance, and optimal lifecycle management of all medical equipment while supporting clinical excellence and operational efficiency.

Key Result Areas (KRAs) & Responsibilities

1. Medical Equipment Lifecycle Management

• Ensure end-to-end management of medical equipment including planning, procurement support, installation, commissioning, preventive maintenance, and decommissioning.
• Maintain high uptime of critical equipment across OT, ICU, Cath Lab, Diagnostics, and IP areas.

2. Compliance, Quality & Safety

• Ensure compliance with NABH, NABL, statutory, and biomedical safety standards.
• Lead audits, inspections, and documentation related to equipment safety, calibration, and certification.
• Ensure adherence to infection control and electrical safety norms.

3. Capital Planning & Cost Optimization

• Support CAPEX planning, budgeting, and technical evaluation of new medical equipment.
• Lead vendor negotiations, AMC/CMC management, and cost optimization initiatives without compromising quality.

4. Operations & Clinical Support

• Provide 24/7 biomedical support to clinical teams ensuring minimal downtime.
• Act as a technical partner to clinicians for equipment selection, upgrades, and troubleshooting.

5. Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead, mentor, and develop the biomedical engineering team.
• Ensure optimal manpower planning, performance management, and technical skill enhancement.
• Maintain team stability, discipline, and succession planning.

6. Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage OEMs, vendors, and service partners with clear SLAs and performance reviews.
• Coordinate with Operations, Nursing, Purchase, Infection Control, and Quality teams.

7. Digital Systems & Documentation

• Ensure accurate asset management, maintenance records, and service logs in HIS / CMMS systems.
• Drive digital initiatives for predictive maintenance and performance tracking.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Equipment uptime % (critical and non-critical)
• Preventive maintenance compliance
• Audit scores and zero major non-conformities
• AMC/CMC cost optimization
• Equipment downtime TAT
• Team productivity and retention

Candidate Profile Mandatory Requirements

• Minimum 15+ years of experience in Biomedical Engineering within multispeciality hospitals
• Strong academic credentials
• Demonstrated career stability with minimum 3 years per organization
• Proven leadership experience managing large hospital biomedical operations