Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, Arizona is recruiting an experienced Biomedical Engineering Manager to lead daily operations of the biomedical department at a full-service acute care campus that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, the Carondelet Neurological Institute, and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. This is a direct leadership role reporting to the Market BioMed Director, with accountability for staff performance, regulatory compliance, equipment maintenance, and budget management across a high-acuity, multi-service-line environment. Established in 1961, St. Joseph's is a cornerstone of Tucson's healthcare infrastructure and offers a stable, mission-driven platform for a manager ready to drive operational excellence.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Manages daily operations of the biomedical department, including staff oversight, workflow optimization, and service delivery quality
- Sets strategic goals and objectives aligned with Carondelet Health Network system priorities
- Develops and manages annual operating and capital budgets for the department
- Leads all people management functions: hiring, coaching, performance management, and staff development
- Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies across all biomedical operations
- Oversees equipment maintenance programs and patient safety standards
- Supports continuous improvement initiatives and responds proactively to operational risks and change
- Communicates across all organizational levels and with internal and external stakeholders
- Reports directly to the Market BioMed Director within the Carondelet Health Network structure
- Hospital service lines supported include: Level I Trauma, Comprehensive Stroke Center, Carondelet Neurological Institute, Carondelet Joint Replacement Center, cardiology, orthopedics, emergency medicine, and labor and delivery
Qualifications
- Minimum: Associate's degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent military training and certification
- Minimum: 7 years of progressive experience in a biomedical department setting
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Business or a related discipline
- Preferred: Prior supervisory or management experience within a biomedical or clinical engineering environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, lead teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive data-informed operational decisions
About the Community
Tucson is one of the Southwest's most livable mid-sized cities, offering a low cost of living relative to other major Arizona metros, a warm desert climate with over 300 days of sunshine annually, and immediate access to world-class outdoor recreation including Saguaro National Park, Mount Lemmon, and the Santa Catalina Mountains. The city is home to the University of Arizona, a vibrant arts and culinary scene, and strong public and private school options — making it an appealing destination for professionals at any career stage. Phoenix is approximately 90 minutes north, providing easy access to a major metropolitan hub while preserving the quality of life that defines Tucson living.