Biomedical Equipment Technician

Essential Job Functions

• Perform preventative maintenance and electrical safety testing of clinical equipment, devices and systems.
• Repair, install, maintain, calibrate and inspect complex medical equipment, instrumentation and systems.
• Ensure that all activity performed on the equipment follows the manufacturer’s standard and that all required documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Review outcomes of preventative maintenance and make recommendations concerning improvements.
• Recommend new equipment testing procedures.
• Maintain timely and accurate inventory, tracking both the addition and the deactivation of clinical equipment.
• Maintain documentation of new equipment, inspections and equipment repairs and failures.
• Manage and monitor vendor repairs.
• Maintain test equipment and tools in good operating condition.
• Provide telephone and remote computer based technical support of equipment to clinical staff including rotating after-hours and weekend call as scheduled.
• Work with IS associates to ensure Health Insurance Portability and Accountability ACT (HIPPA) compliance and connectivity of systems.

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Two (2) years related experience and/or training.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of basic electronics.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows based computer systems.
• Considerable knowledge of electronic circuitry and technical aspects of the operation, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of the application of computers and how they interface with medical equipment.
• Basic knowledge of computer networking.
• Considerable knowledge of current regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of color code conventions used in component and writing marking.
• Ability to analyze, repair and test electronic mechanical equipment.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance inspections.
• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and illustrative parts drawings of biomedical instrumentation.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of repairs, calibrations and tests.
• Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Ability to calculate and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with others.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to travel as needed and work outside of normal hours to provide support for associates as well as any equipment maintenance that can only be done during non-business hours.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• While performing the essential duties of this job, the associate is required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear.
• Hearing must be normal, with or without correction.
• Must be able to lift and/or move, push or pull 50 pounds or more.
• Vision must be normal with or without correction.
• The noise level encountered is generally moderate (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
• Travel may be required depending upon business demands.
• Associates may be required to spend one-third to two-thirds of his or her time near moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, and vibrations.
• Associates may be exposed less than one-third of his or her time to the risk of electric shock, dangerous residents, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The Successful Candidate

• The successful candidate must bring a high level of ethical, intellectual, professional and personal values that complement the team and company vision.
• The following competencies are highly valued:
• Focused on clinical quality and delivering the absolute best results for patients.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a high stress environment necessary.
• Excellent communication skills and basic computer skills are essential.
• Proven self-starter who works well independently and as a part of the OR team.
• Lives the SpecialtyCare Values – Integrity, Care, Urgency, and Improvement.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation and a robust benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans; generous paid time off; 401(k) with matching funds; tuition reimbursement; and professional development and membership allowances.