All About BMET

1. Blog 3: Coastbiomed.com ALL ABOUT BMET Biomedical equipment is a classification for devices designed to offer emergency medical services. A biomedical Engineering/ Equipment Technician / Technologist (BMET) or Biomedical Equipment Specialist (BMES) is typically an electro mechanical technician or technologist who ensures that medical equipment is well maintained, properly configured and safely functional. Biomedical Equipment are used in EMS and fire services that respond to accidents, to quickly respond and administer first aid that might mean the difference between life or death. Biomedical equipments and genuine accessories are sold and should be bought only from trusted, trained and certified companies. Refurbished medical devices are sold patient ready with all the accessories. The inventory of the accessories available with the Coast Biomedical Store is large and filled with variety. Refurbished defibrillator and infusion pumps are available with the necessary additions and accessories that include cables, batteries, papers, electrodes and carrying cases. Medical equipment repair and maintenance are also undertaken under the various medical device repair companies. Biomedical equipment repair needs to be accurate and proper to ensure proper calibration and reading. They also need constant maintenance and repairs depending upon the usage frequency. Biomedical devices like the infusion pump and defibrillator are available at reasonable prices. Effective preventative maintenance and repair and conducted on used devices to make sure they are patient ready and follow the medical regulations laid out for accuracy in reading. The engineers and technicians who handle the equipment must be trained and certified by The International Certification Commission (ICC) and The United States Certification Commission (USCC) for Clinical Engineering and Biomedical Technology.