Senior Manager @ Aga Khan University

Job Summary

Role and  Responsibilities:

• Lead and direct the Biomedical Engineering department’s human, financial, and material resources to ensure optimal service delivery and performance.
• Maintain departmental performance targets, regulatory compliance, and adherence to international standards such as ISO, JCI, CAP, AAMI, and ECRI.
• Develop and implement the equipment management plan, encompassing the full life cycle from equipment selection and technical evaluation to end-of-life disposition.
• Oversee and guide complex medical device integration and EHR/EMR (HL7, DICOM, LIS/RIS) implementations in collaboration with IT and clinical teams.
• Manage annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring effective cost control and strategic procurement of medical equipment.
• Lead initiatives to enhance quality, safety, and technology utilization within the hospital.
• Support hospital leadership in long-term technology planning, capital forecasting, and strategic equipment standardization.
• Supervise and mentor a diverse and multidisciplinary team of biomedical engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and professional development.

Required Skills

Skills ad Qualification:

Knowledge and Competencies:

• In-depth technical expertise in biomedical engineering, clinical technology, and medical information systems.
• Proven knowledge of healthcare technology management (HTM) practices and quality assurance programs.
• Strong understanding of networking and systems integration for medical technology (HL7/DICOM/LIS/RIS/EHR).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities for diagnosing equipment malfunctions and ensuring operational continuity.
• Demonstrated ability in budget preparation, cost optimization, and resource planning.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with clinical, administrative, and vendor teams.
• Ability to manage complex staff structures with strategic oversight and people management skills.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or related discipline (BE/BS required).
• Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare Technology Management, or MBA in Hospital/Healthcare Administration preferred.
• +15 years of progressive experience in managing healthcare technology operations in large tertiary or teaching hospitals.
• Demonstrated experience in medical device integration projects, EHR/EMR implementation, and compliance with international accreditation standards.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.