Biomed Specialist - Biomed Engineering

Responsibilities

• Inspection, calibration, installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of clinical equipment.
• Emphasis on and training on specialty equipment such as dialysis, anesthesia, or laboratory.
• Works with equipment users for best resolution of issues and communicates equipment status.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Keeps complete records of work done.
• Aids the manager with equipment replacement recommendations.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability in effectively troubleshooting and repairing a wide variety of complex biomedical equipment systems.
• Considerable knowledge of electrical and medical safety principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply hospital codes, standards, and regulations relating to biomedical equipment in hospital environments.
• Demonstrable advanced skill in applying electric/electronic circuit theory and operating principles to effectively diagnose biomedical equipment malfunctions.
• Demonstrable knowledge and proficiency in the use of advanced electronic test and measurement instrumentation.
• Knowledge of the theories of operation, the underlying physiologic principles, and the practical, safe clinical application of biomedical equipment.
• Knowledge of basic computer theory and skill in effectively using computer systems and applications.
• Skill in the use of tools and materials involved in the repair and maintenance of biomedical equipment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, methods, tools, materials, and instrumentation associated with specialized biomedical equipment.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelors degree in biomedical electronics or related field, or a combination of relevant training and experience.
• Minimum of three years work experience as a BMET, with manifest advanced skills and abilities in the specialization area.
• Preferred: Certification by the International Certification Commission for Clinical Engineering and Biomedical Equipment Technicians.