Biomedical Technician II

Job Summary:

The BMET II is an advanced-level position that requires more specialized technical expertise for the Biomedical department. The primary purpose of the Biomedical Technician II position is to provide and demonstrate technical support for general medical equipment, physiological monitoring, surgical equipment, and conduct safety inspections for the facilities, and meet regulatory guidelines through the analysis, maintenance, calibration, installation, and upgrades on assigned medical and other electronic equipment. This position works under moderate supervision and conducts work, provides records, and maintains a database of scheduled maintenance, corrective maintenance, and safety testing in accordance with manufacturer, regulatory, and department guidelines. Duties of this role include but are not limited to carrying out service and repair (troubleshooting) with highly sophisticated test equipment for use and servicing of patient monitors, heart-lung machines, kidney machines, blood gas analyzers, spectrophotometers, X-ray units, radiation monitors, defibrillators, anesthesia apparatus, pacemakers, blood pressure traducers, spirometers, sterilizes, diathermy equipment, patient-care computers, and ultrasound machines. The BMET-II will assist the Senior Biomedical Technician in maintenance operations and perform limited supervisory and managerial duties when required. Maintain standards of assigned tasks related to Biomedical operations and assist with technical training/orientation of BMET-I or other staff (i.e., equipment operators, etc.) towards skill development. Proved for enhancing customer service by independently handling requests for assistance or status inquiries regarding specific equipment. Must function independently of direct supervision on routine and non-routine tasks. In addition to the above duties, the BMET-II will conduct all aspects of routine preventative maintenance and electrical safety checks defined in the BMET-I role/position. Demonstrate knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with patients, families, and visitors of all ages while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PEOPLE (25%)

1. Interacts with others in a supportive, respectful manner.
2. Listen to feedback and input carefully, demonstrate attention to others, and acknowledge and listen to different perspectives in a group.
3. Communicate with customers to obtain access to equipment and resolve equipment issues.
4. Participates in projects such as inspections and installation of new medical equipment.
5. May be given the responsibility to complete portions of projects or equipment installations.

SERVICE (25%)

1. Consistently meets regulatory and department guidelines, such as PM compliance. PM compliance for assigned medical equipment at a minimum of 95% and life support equipment at 100% each month. Consistently meets departmental goal for Open Repair Cases Average (OCA).
2. Works with hospital departments, communicates the status of repairs, and ensures minimal equipment downtime.
3. Coordinates outside support activities with vendors and clients to complete equipment support activities and document all activities.
4. Support Medical equipment pre-purchase evaluations consistent with knowledge and experience at the request of the Clinical Engineer.
5. Demonstrates high service standards, such as responding promptly to customer requests and identifying and anticipating customer requirements, expectations, and needs.

QUALITY / SAFETY (25%)

1. Document all equipment support activities performed in the database entirely, accurately, and on time as per established guidelines.
2. Troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs all assigned patient medical equipment per manufacturer-established specifications.
3. Demonstrates solid technical skills in analyzing, calibrating, and installing assigned medical equipment.
4. Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory guidelines, hospital policies, and procedures governing biomedical equipment support activities.
5. Utilizes tools and test equipment appropriately. Keeps an inventory of assigned tools and test equipment.
6. Maintains a safe and clean work environment. Demonstrates knowledge and behaviors related to environmental, employee, or patient safety requirements.

FINANCE (10%)

1. Manages time effectively to meet established department guidelines.
2. Utilizes department resources and supplies efficiently.
3. Consistently meets productivity goal of 75% of working hours documented in the TMS.

GROWTH / INNOVATION (15%)

1. Evaluate and recommend new ideas that improve medical equipment quality, safety, and service.
2. Participates in Annual Technical Competency to establish future training needs.
3. Provides Nursing In-service on equipment operational issues to reduce Use Errors while improving patient quality of care.
4. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in changing demands and displays initiative to improve relative to job function.
5. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION:

Education/Skills

Associate degree in Biomedical Instrumentation, Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent work experience required OR successful completion of Military BMET training. Bachelor's degree preferred.

You are required to possess knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

Work Experience:

A minimum of two years of experience maintaining electronics, electromechanical, or medical equipment as a BMET-I or equivalent is required.

Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE

• Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).

• Manufacturer certified on at least one critical piece of equipment currently in use: Anesthesia, Ventilator (adult and pediatric), Balloon Pump, Defibrillator, and Infant Incubator.

Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on the required timeframe below

• Basic Life Support

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

Mental Demands:

Courtesy, diplomacy, and cooperation in dealing with visitors, review agencies, physicians, hospital staff, and team members. Exceptional oral and written skills are required to relate effectively to Hospital and medical staff. The individual must have the ability to use a personal computer. Working knowledge of medical terminology is necessary. Must have a high energy level and be capable of handling pressure situations mentally and physically. The individual must be able to type and be familiar with spelling, grammar, and punctuation rules. The individual must be able to use a computer display station, copier, telephone, personal computer, tube system, and calculator. Working knowledge of medical terminology is necessary. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written or oral form. Capable of handling pressure situations with professionally demanding customers. Use tact and courtesy to resolve customer-related issues. Possess the ability to learn new methodologies.