Biomedical Electronics Technician II

General Summary

Works under general supervision to independently perform a variety of journey-level work including coordinating all phases of equipment maintenance and new equipment installations of medical equipment involved in the treatment, care diagnosis and monitoring of patients. Takes a lead role in the inspection, installation and ongoing service of assigned medical equipment and medical systems.

Principal Job Functions

• Provides direction and information on biomedical electronics repair and maintenance to Biomedical Electronics Technician I staff.
• Coordinates all phases of biomedical electronic equipment maintenance; writes and updates preventative maintenance procedures as needed.
• Installs new biomedical electronic equipment and systems assigned according to schedule; troubleshoots, repairs and sends to outside service site for repair any equipment found to be defective; modifies equipment to meet customer needs.
• Maintains, administers and updates specialized hardware and software systems and maintains accurate project-related documentation.
• Serves as a special project leader on Medical Center wide projects in order to ensure that medical equipment system implementation is effective; trains clinical staff in the proper operation of medical equipment systems; provides support to clinical staff to troubleshoot problems.
• Works closely with clinical departments to conduct pre-purchase evaluations of equipment and advises on appropriate purchases. Provides ongoing support to staff to minimize equipment downtime and reduce user errors.
• Safety tests equipment and Medical Center's structural environment to ensure patient and staff safety from electrical and mechanical hazards.
• Evaluates electronic equipment maintenance history and recommends service options to provide the most cost-effective solutions while maintaining the required quality, safety, and minimum amount of equipment downtime.
• Attends training classes to expand and maintain a high proficiency level on assigned equipment and systems; advances work knowledge by participating in continuing education inservices, reading periodicals/literature and seeking ongoing development opportunities.
• Communicates knowledge of equipment and systems as requested by coworkers and customers.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical safety precautions and intervention techniques.
• Knowledge of customer service philosophies and practices.
• Knowledge of medical electronics principles and theory required to troubleshoot failed electronic equipment to the component level.
• Knowledge of network design, IP protocol suite and network devices.
• Knowledge of PC configurations and troubleshooting MS Windows workstations.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and measuring devices.
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.
• Ability to function in a sterilized environment if necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform crucial conversations with desired outcomes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and medical staff.
• Ability to problem solve and engage independent critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.
• Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Education And Experience

• Associates degree in Electronics or Biomedical Electronics or equivalency required.
• Minimum of three (3) years full time electronics experience in the medical equipment service field required.
• AAMI CBET, CRES or CLES certification preferred.
• Certification by multiple original equipment manufacturers to repair medical equipment preferred.