Biomedical Equipment Technician II

About the role

This is the operational/practitioner level for the Biomedical Equipment Technicians job series. Under direction and supervision, incumbent performs a variety of routine and complex tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, and repair of a diverse range of clinical equipment including life support equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs scheduled maintenance on clinical equipment using specialized test equipment
• Assists in the support of a systematic preventive maintenance program of biomedical instrumentation
• Documents the introduction of new therapeutic and diagnostic equipment, corrective and preventive maintenance actions and special requests as required
• Serve as a resource to UCSF Healthcare and Academic Research System employees in the proper operation and maintenance of clinical and/or laboratory equipment

Qualifications

• Min 3 years related experience to acquire competency in applying biomedical and electronics principles in a hospital environment or an equivalent combination of work experience and education.
• Knowledge in electronic circuitry
• Knowledge in electronics troubleshooting
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and illustrated parts drawing of biomedical instrumentation
• Maintenance skills in electronics, mechanical or electromechanical device repair
• Ability to read color codes on wiring and electronic components
• A working knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology
• Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral communications
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, clinical and medical staff, and the general public
• A working knowledge of e-mail, database management, spreadsheet, and word processor applications
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary
• Ability to function in a sterile environment if necessary
• Ability to keep accurate records

Preferred Qualifications

• CBET
• Associates Degree in Electronics or Biomedical Equipment Technology
• Experience with Radiology Equipment