Biomedical Technician/Equipment Support Specialist-Information Systems

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on a diverse range of networked medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and extend equipment lifespan
• Conduct corrective maintenance by diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in medical devices, adhering to manufacturer's guidelines and technical specifications
• Carry out incoming inspections of new medical equipment to verify its compliance with safety standards, functionality, and accuracy
• Collaborate with the IT and cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain medical device security protocols, ensuring patient data confidentiality and protection against cyber threats
• Install, calibrate, and configure medical equipment, following manufacturer instructions and safety guidelines
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Provide technical support and training to medical staff on the proper operation and handling of networked medical equipment
• Keep abreast of industry trends, advancements, and regulations related to biomedical equipment technology and integrate this knowledge into daily tasks
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and departments to ensure seamless equipment operations and contribute to the enhancement of patient care

Requirements

• A two-year associate degree or higher in an applied science or equivalent military training
• A minimum of three years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance, with a minimum of one-year specialized experience in medical information systems and networking
• Current and advanced knowledge of computer virus protection software, available software patches and upgrades, information security tools, electronics, computers and network theory
• Demonstrated competency in utilizing and maintaining computer and server based medical equipment, medical record databases, and proprietary and generic software; experience with TCP/IP, HL7, networking, network security and DICOM standards; experience maintaining, interfacing and troubleshooting networked medical equipment to include VLAN configuration, IP addressing, sub-netting, and network security; ability to interpret, identify and apply network engineering principles and practices; and ability to distinguish networking problems from non-networking problems
• Understanding of regulatory agencies' requirements, industry regulatory requirements and International Standard Organization standards
• Familiarity with the setup and application of network test equipment and tools
• The ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical literature, schematics, and drawings

Travel Requirements

Travel to client locations is required for this position and may vary based on project needs.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development