Biomed Tech - Biomed - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

About the role

The Biomed Tech provides biomedical support including preventive maintenance and repairs to all Clinical/Patient related equipment. This position will service & maintain equipment in areas assigned.

Responsibilities

• Tests all equipment assigned to and under the jurisdiction of the Biomedical Engineering department.
• Repairs and verifies the correct function of all equipment assigned to and under the jurisdiction of the Biomedical Engineering department.
• Assures all equipment in the biomedical equipment management program receives preventive maintenance, electrical safety testing and calibration in the month due as indicated by the equipment management program.
• Procures all parts required to assure the correct functioning of all equipment in the equipment management program in the absence of the Biomedical Engineering Manager.
• Represents the department in hospital committee meetings as required in the absence of the Biomedical Engineering Manager.
• Performs incoming equipment inspections, function testing and installation of all new patient-related medical devices as required.
• Documents all tests and inspections performed on all patient-related medical devices in order to meet the requirements of JCAHO, the Federal Government, the State of California and other regulatory agencies. Ensures documentation of 100% for Critical equipment and 95% for non-critical equipment.
• Knowledge of Sentinel and BCERP program, running report, input, and updating.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s Degree in Biomedical Electronics/Electronics, or 4 years of related equivalent experience in lieu of an associate’s degree.
• 2 years of experience as a Biomed Technician in a medium sized hospital.
• Knowledgeable of all aspects of Biomedical Engineering.
• Knowledge of state, Federal, Local and JCAHO codes and standards applicable to the functions of the department.
• Ability to function independently and as a member of a team.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) — if no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date (required within LA City only).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician Certification by AAMI.