Background: Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan (AKHS, P) runs one of the largest not-for-profit private healthcare systems in the country, with a focus on the regions of Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Sindh. Its core focus includes initiatives for hard-to-reach populations through services like outreach clinics, training of community midwives to provide low-cost health services in remote areas, screening for non-communicable diseases, and digital health solutions.

Aga Khan Health Service, Pakistan is looking for competent Biomedical Engineer based at Aga Khan Hospital, Gilgit.  

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Management

• Installs, inspects, and commissions biomedical equipment.
• Maintains inventory of all medical devices and equipment.
• Ensures proper documentation of equipment history (installation, maintenance, repairs).

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance of medical equipment.
• Diagnoses faults and carries out repairs in a timely manner.
• Coordinates with vendors for specialized repairs and servicing.

Calibration & Quality Assurance

• Ensures regular calibration of equipment as per standards.
• Implement quality control procedures for medical devices.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., ISO, SafeCare and hospital policies).

Safety & Compliance

• Ensures equipment meets safety standards and is safe for patient use.
• Monitors and reports incidents related to equipment failure.
• Ensures adherence to infection control and safety protocols.

Training & Support

• Trains healthcare staff on proper use and handling of equipment.
• Provides technical support to clinical departments.

Procurement & Evaluation

• Assists in selection and procurement of biomedical equipment.
• Evaluates technical specifications and vendor proposals.
• Participates in equipment trials and acceptance testing.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintains maintenance logs, service reports, and calibration records.
• Prepares periodic reports on equipment status and performance.

Education, Experience & Competencies

• BS degree in Biomedical Engineering from reputed university
• 2 years relevant professional experience preferably in health care institution
• Possesses adequate professional knowledge and practical skills of his/her job.
• He /she has the ability to handle complex tasks and to meet challenges.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

AKHS is committed to reducing our impact on climate and the environment and have set ourselves the goal of striving for net-zero carbon operations by 2030. All staff is expected to take part in making this a reality. The Biomedical Engineer accompanied with his/her Line Manager is expected to identify and understand which aspects of his/her work have most impact on the environment, and define tasks, work, and personal goals within his/her work plan to reduce these impacts and bring AKHS closer to net zero.

Interested candidates meeting the criteria can apply latest by March 24, 2026