Biomedical Equipment Technician 2

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Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub.

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

Under the Clinical Engineering Manager, the Biomedical Equipment Technician II handles installations, repairs, maintenance, and calibration of medical equipment. May guide Biomedical Equipment Tech I staff, provide training on electrical safety, operation, and care of equipment, and monitor outside vendors to ensure quality standards.

Essential Functions

• Perform installations, regular maintenance, repairs, and calibrations on assigned medical equipment to ensure proper operation and function.
• Complete assignments competently and timely according to current policies and procedures.
• Monitor service provided by outside vendors and ensure quality control of that service.
• Establish equipment baselines, perform inspections and evaluations, interpret test results, and make recommendations to solve performance deficiencies.
• Install, repair, and calibrate most classes of medical equipment at a component level.
• Perform planned maintenance and electrical safety inspections as assigned.
• Use diagnostic service software appropriate to the equipment being serviced.
• Assist in the evaluation of new equipment, accessories, and supplies.
• Inspect incoming equipment for compliance with codes, standards, and manufacturers' instructions.
• Work with new hires and cross‑train on systems and equipment.
• Establish and maintain files of supporting literature for each piece of medical equipment, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies, including TJC.
• Assist in writing detailed purchase specifications for new equipment.
• Accurately account for productive time using the department’s computerized maintenance management system.
• Assist with administrative record‑keeping tasks such as work orders, maintenance history, preventive‑maintenance and safety inspections, repairs, and inventory.
• Prepare necessary reports to ensure accurate activity records for code and regulatory purposes.
• Process work requests and turn in completed work requests in a timely, results‑oriented, and professional manner.
• With management approval, use the electronic system to order necessary parts and devices to properly repair or complete assigned work orders.
• Use department hardware and software to electronically process and close work orders and preventive‑maintenance assignments.
• Document time and expenses promptly and accurately.
• Ensure proper care of equipment and tools for maximum safety and productivity; adhere to all personal safety requirements.
• Maintain all tools and equipment in clean, safe, working order.
• Recommend new equipment or equipment upgrades and review possible new capital expenditures.
• Maintain adequate inventory of related parts to perform assigned duties.
• Maintain technical skills and required certifications to perform job duties.
• Adhere to all safety requirements and wear the proper personal protective equipment required by the job.
• Respond to emergency situations to ensure employee, patient, and facility safety.
• Champion overall safety in the department; report possible safety issues and recommend appropriate changes.
• Comply with OSHA and other local, state, and federal regulations.
• Demonstrate a solid commitment to the philosophy and values of Baylor Scott & White Health.
• Maintain a friendly, efficient, positive customer‑service attitude toward customers, clients, and co‑workers; respond professionally to customer needs.
• Cooperate and collaborate with Scott & White leadership to meet Baylor Scott & White Health's strategic goals.
• Adhere to BSWH and Support Service Departments policies and procedures, including appropriate attire and grooming.
• Work to meet and exceed performance‑improvement goals set by the department and BSWH, and all quality‑improvement targets.
• Serve on departmental and/or BSWH committees or focus groups as requested and needed.
• Advise healthcare management on biomedical equipment; serve on committees for Risk Management, Environment of Care, Safety, or other groups.
• Interact in a friendly, effective manner, build relationships, and demonstrate a high level of cooperation and customer service.
• Communicate effectively with the Clinical Engineering manager and other Biomedical Equipment Technicians; discuss possible concerns or problems with the Clinical Engineering department and/or any medical equipment.
• Perform other position‑appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional, and courteous manner.
• Participate in on‑call rotation.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Certification/License: Valid Texas driver’s license (TXDL). If moving from out of state, must obtain a valid TX DL within 90 days of hire.