Technical Officer (Grade 1), Clinical IT

BARWON HEALTH STAFF ONLY

Employment Type -  Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight - 80 

Job Category - Technical - Biomedical Engineering

Req Id - 9919 

• Join the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria
• Make a real impact on patient care by supporting essential clinical technology across Barwon Health
• Work across a diverse range of clinical IT, medical equipment and telecommunications systems
• Permanent full-time role (80 hours per fortnight) with access to ADO's, 5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging benefits

About the role

As the technical officier you will provide an efficient, effective and timely service in relation to the variety of routine, complex and specialised tasks associated with ICT support services for therapeutic, diagnostic and life support biomedical equipment to satisfy quality and service delivery objectives of the department, the hospital and its customers. To manage and maintain all mobile devices, nurse call systems, duress alarms, Audio/Video Systems across Barwon Health

Key responsibilities 

• Provide technical support, troubleshooting, training and deployment of clinical IT systems, hardware, software, servers and network infrastructure.
• Manage telecommunications services and equipment, including mobile devices, nurse call systems, duress alarms, audiovisual systems and videoconferencing, coordinating upgrades and vendor projects.
• Perform and coordinate corrective and preventative maintenance of clinical equipment, ensuring safety, performance, compliance with Australian Standards and accurate maintenance records.
• Maintain equipment registers, quality assurance and information security requirements, provide technical advice to clinical staff, and comply with Barwon Health’s OHS policies and procedures.

What we’re looking for 

• Diploma in IT or relevant certification
• Demonstrated prior experience as an IT support/ technical officer
• Excessive knowledge in IT networking, system administration and computerised equipment management system

Position Description 

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. 

Barwon Health staff benefits 

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction 

• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program 

• Extensive professional development opportunities 

• Attractive salary packaging benefits 

• Living expenses capped at $9,010 

• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here 

Diversity and inclusion 

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. 

Child safety 

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards 

Additional information 

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au 

All appointments are subject to: 

• Satisfactory Police Record Check 

• Immunisation Status Clearance 

• Working with Children Check (if applicable) 

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email. 

Contact person: Tung Nguyen
Email: tung.nguyen@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 0604

Application closing date: 8 November 2026