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A Clinical Engineer ensures the safe operation of medical equipment in healthcare settings by maintaining, installing, and repairing complex devices.

    • AI Exposure: Medium

      This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.

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  • This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Clinical Engineer?

Get qualified to work as a Clinical Engineer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

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Clinical Engineer careers

A Clinical Engineer ensures that medical equipment in healthcare settings operates safely and effectively. You might work in hospitals, clinics, or medical research facilities. Clinical Engineers focus on the installation, maintenance, and repair of complex medical devices. You’ll collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimise equipment performance and ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Clinical Engineers play a crucial role in patient care by maintaining reliable and advanced medical technology. You’ll need to be detail-oriented and have strong problem-solving skills. Effective communication with medical staff and understanding of healthcare needs are essential to ensuring that the technology supports patient treatment and overall healthcare delivery.