Clinical Engineer Technician II Ambulatory

About the role

Under the general direction of the Clinical Engineering leadership team, the Ambulatory Clinical Engineering (CE) Technician II primarily travels regionally to various MedStar Health sites maintaining clinical equipment and systems considered advanced, specialty, highly sophisticated, integrated technology, or requiring manufacturer service training or certification. This role adheres to all medical equipment policies and procedures and manufacturer or alternative equipment maintenance (AEM) specifications.

Responsibilities

• Primarily responds to support requests, diagnosing, resolving, and closing issues involving medical equipment and systems according to service level guidelines.
• Participates in on-call rotation covering after-hours and weekends.
• Drives daily to various regional MedStar Health sites to maintain clinical equipment.
• Ensures preventative maintenance is performed promptly according to the established schedule.
• Makes daily rounds to assure proper operation of medical equipment and systems, correcting any deviations.
• Orders parts, receives, inventories, assembles, inspects, and tests equipment, documenting results.
• Coordinates efforts with supervisor and/or experienced technicians as appropriate.
• Inspects and tests electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical medical and scientific equipment according to specific test procedures, verifying equipment safety and accuracy for continued use.
• Documents all work performed in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and timely. Provides monthly reports as needed.
• Provides clear, concise, and timely follow-up with colleagues, ensuring they know the status of work being performed on their equipment.
• Provides technical in-service or instruction to facility staff in the proper operation of patient care equipment on an as-needed basis.
• Provides basic support of acuity equipment for direct patient care.
• Reviews department/unit operations manual to ensure compliance with applicable Joint Commission standards, federal and state regulations, accepted Standards of Conduct, and the Corporate Compliance Program.
• Complies with all MedStar Health Policies and Procedures, Corporate Compliance Program, Standards of Conduct, and all applicable statutes, rules, and regulations.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas. Maintains department facilities, equipment, and materials in a condition that promotes efficiency, health, comfort, and safety of patients and staff.
• Proactively suggests improvement ideas to simplify processes and assists in policy or procedure implementation.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Electronics, or a related field required. Related military work/training in mechanical or electrical engineering or academic work or actual work experience aligned with AAMI's Core Competencies for the Biomedical Equipment Technician is also acceptable.
• 3-4 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment and systems.
• 1-2 years of experience driving a motor vehicle.
• Valid State Driver's License in good standing.

Skills

• Knowledge of basic electricity/electronics principles.
• Good driving record and ability to travel between sites as necessary.
• Ability to anticipate tasks and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to input data into computer programs.
• Ability to work with all levels of internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of ambulatory hospital and hospital department procedures and operations.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Excellent hospitable customer service skills.
• Skilled in the use of basic hand tools and testing equipment.
• Strong professional communication skills.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission and other regulatory agency accreditation requirements.
• May be required to drive long distances to MedStar Health locations.

Pay

This position has a hiring range of USD $28.76 - USD $48.96 per hour.