HOKIMA SOLUTIONS

Career & Training Opportunities

Launch of the Hokima Biomedical Technology Academy (HBTA)

The Academy will provide internationally aligned technical and professional training for Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs), Clinical Engineers, and Healthcare Technology Managers.

Career Pathways

Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)

  • Entry-level technical training
  • Hospital internship placement
  • Manufacturer certification pathways

Clinical Engineering Specialist

  • Advanced medical device management
  • Quality assurance
  • Regulatory compliance

Healthcare Technology Manager (HTM)

  • Asset management
  • Strategic planning
  • Procurement and lifecycle management

Medical Device Application Specialist

  • Clinical support
  • Product training
  • Customer education

Field Service Engineer

  • Installation
  • Repairs
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Technical support

CERTIFIED DIALYSIS MACHINE REPAIR & SERVICING PROGRAM

DURATION: 12 WEEKS INTENSIVE TRAINING

Module 1: Introduction to Renal Therapy

  • Kidney physiology
  • Principles of dialysis
  • Types of renal replacement therapy
  • Clinical applications

Module 2: Dialysis Equipment Fundamentals

  • Hemodialysis systems architecture
  • Water treatment systems
  • Reverse osmosis systems
  • Dialysate preparation

Module 3: Dialysis Machine Components

  • Hydraulic systems
  • Blood pump systems
  • Pressure monitoring systems
  • Temperature control systems
  • Conductivity systems

Module 4: Electronics & Control Systems

  • Power supplies
  • Circuit boards
  • Sensors
  • PLC systems
  • Embedded controls

Module 5: Preventive Maintenance

  • OEM maintenance schedules
  • Calibration procedures
  • Performance verification
  • Documentation

Module 6: Troubleshooting & Repairs

  • Alarm diagnostics
  • Sensor failures
  • Pump failures
  • Flow issues
  • Conductivity faults

Module 7: Water Treatment Maintenance

  • RO troubleshooting
  • Membrane testing
  • Water quality monitoring
  • Microbial control

Module 8: Safety & Regulatory Compliance

  • IEC standards
  • Electrical safety
  • Infection prevention
  • Risk management

Module 9: Hands-On Workshop

Training on:

  • Fresenius
  • B. Braun
  • Nipro
  • Baxter
  • Nikkiso
  • Dialog+

Module 10: Internship & Assessment

  • Hospital attachment
  • OEM practical exposure
  • Final competency examination

GENERAL BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN TRAINING SYLLABUS

FOUNDATION LEVEL

Semester 1

Biomedical Sciences

  • Human anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Medical terminology

Engineering Fundamentals

  • Electrical principles
  • Electronics
  • Digital systems

Mechanical Systems

  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
  • Mechanical assemblies

ICT for Healthcare Technology

  • Computer systems
  • Networking
  • Cybersecurity basics

Semester 2

Medical Equipment Fundamentals

  • Equipment classifications
  • Device standards
  • Clinical applications

Safety Testing

  • Electrical safety
  • Leakage testing
  • Ground resistance

Documentation

  • Service reporting
  • Inventory management
  • Technical writing

Intermediate Level

Diagnostic Equipment

  • ECG
  • EEG
  • EMG
  • Patient monitors

Imaging Equipment

  • Ultrasound
  • Digital X-ray
  • Fluoroscopy
  • CT fundamentals
  • MRI fundamentals

Laboratory Equipment

  • Hematology analyzers
  • Chemistry analyzers
  • Immunology systems

Sterilization Equipment

  • Autoclaves
  • Washer disinfectors

Advanced Level

Critical Care Equipment

  • Ventilators
  • Anesthesia machines
  • ICU monitoring systems

Renal Equipment

  • Dialysis machines
  • Water treatment systems

Surgical Equipment

  • Electrosurgical units
  • Operating room integration

Asset Management

  • CMMS implementation
  • Equipment lifecycle management

Emerging Technologies

  • AI in HTM
  • IoT-enabled equipment
  • Predictive maintenance
  • Digital twins

INDUSTRY INTERNSHIP PARTNERSHIP FRAMEWORK

West Africa Biomedical Industry Partnership Program (WABIPP)

Benefits to Manufacturers

  1. Access to skilled future workforce
  2. Reduced service support costs
  3. Brand visibility across West Africa
  4. Recruitment pipeline
  5. Market expansion opportunities
  6. Local technical capacity development
  7. Corporate social responsibility impact

Internship Structure

Phase 1

Classroom Training

Phase 2

Simulation Laboratories

Phase 3

Hospital Rotations

Phase 4

OEM Internship Placement

Phase 5

Industry Certification

Partnership Models


Platinum Industry Partner

US$25,000+

  • Keynote speaking rights
  • Recruitment access
  • Product demonstration space
  • Joint certification programs

Gold Industry Partner

US$15,000+

  • Exhibition booth
  • Internship opportunities
  • Workshop sponsorship

Silver Industry Partner

US$10,000+

  • Branding opportunities
  • Talent engagement sessions

These align with the sponsorship structure proposed in the summit document.

SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL MESSAGE TO GLOBAL MANUFACTURERS

Investing in Africa’s Biomedical Workforce: A Strategic Opportunity

The West Africa Biomedical Equipment & Health Technology Leadership Summit 2026 presents an unprecedented opportunity for medical device manufacturers to shape the future healthcare technology workforce of West Africa.

By sponsoring this initiative, industry partners will:

  • Access a pipeline of trained biomedical professionals
  • Influence curriculum development
  • Establish regional service excellence centers
  • Support sustainable healthcare delivery
  • Expand market penetration across ECOWAS countries
  • Strengthen after-sales service capacity
  • Develop certified local technical support teams

Outcome Goal:
Launch the West Africa Biomedical Training Consortium (WABTC) and secure at least 500 internship opportunities, 50 manufacturer certifications, and 10 strategic OEM partnerships by 2027.

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