According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Conduct research, along with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists, on the engineering aspects of the biological systems of humans and animals. | 83% |
| Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses. | 78% |
| Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment. | 77% |
| Develop models or computer simulations of human biobehavioral systems to obtain data for measuring or controlling life processes. | 76% |
| Research new materials to be used for products, such as implanted artificial organs. | 74% |
| Write documents describing protocols, policies, standards for use, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment. | 73% |
| Conduct training or in-services to educate clinicians and other personnel on proper use of equipment. | 66% |
| Analyze new medical procedures to forecast likely outcomes. | 66% |
| Advise hospital administrators on the planning, acquisition, and use of medical equipment. | 62% |
