What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostic Imaging Engineer I position at 1000 Methodist Le Bonheur Corp?
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A Brief Overview
The Diagnostic Imaging Engineer I performs operational and safety testing, maintenance and repairs on Basic Diagnostic Imaging equipment within the Methodist Lebonheur Healthcare System. Diagnostic Imaging Engineer I is an entry level position in the field of Diagnostic Imaging Equipment and will receive training on one or more of the following devices: Diagnostic Ultrasound, Portable X-Ray, Analog X-Ray, R&F Systems, and/or C-Arms. The Diagnostic Imaging Engineer I may be required to give Clinical Application advice, in services, and provide support services to Clinical Associates in their related specialized area. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do
- Performs periodic maintenance, performance assurance, electrical safety inspections and other safety tests to basic Diagnostic Imaging Equipment including Diagnostic Ultrasound, Portable X-Ray, Analog X-Ray, R&F Systems, and/or C-Arms.
- Maintains documentation and inspects/tests all newly purchased, evaluation, demo, leased or rented Diagnostic Imaging Equipment.
- Determines cause of problems or malfunctions on all levels of complex medical equipment.
- Assists in maintaining an accurate inventory, tracking both the addition and the deactivation of clinical equipment of Diagnostic Imaging Equipment.
- Manages the supply stock of parts and materials needed to efficiently function.
- Ensures that department related communications are coordinated among all team members.
- Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self- development and enhancement of professional competency.
Education Qualifications
- Apprenticeship
- Associate's Degree Biomedical Engineering
- Associate's Degree Electrical Engineering
- Associate's Degree Computer Engineering
- Associate's Degree Biomedical Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree Biomedical Engineering
Experience Qualifications
- 1-3 years Biomedical Equipment Specialist
- 7-9 years Clinical/Biomedical Engineering
- Substitution: Successful Completion of MLH Biomedical Intern position requirements/competencies and 7 years of experience.
Skills and Abilities
- Work requires extensive knowledge of clinical equipment, an extremely high degree of analytical skill, effective written and oral communications, knowledge of and ability to apply highly technical principles, concepts and techniques in solving complex technical problems.
- Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials, such as equipment manuals.
- Ability to communicate verbally with all levels of Associates, physicians and equipment manufacturers and vendors.
- Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
- Ability to organize tasks, set priorities and maintain control of workflow.
- Normal eye-motor coordination, manual dexterity, visual perception (including color vision) and hearing. Vision and hearing may be corrected to normal range by corrective lenses or hearing aids.
- Demonstrates effective and correct use of hand tools.
- Demonstrates a logical and methodical approach in analyzing problems and troubleshooting.
- Ability to work under stressful situations and extreme time constraints.
Licenses and Certifications
- Class D Driver's License Tennessee Motor Vehicle
- Class D Driver's License Mississippi Motor Vehicle
Supervision Provided by this Position
- There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this job.
Physical Demands
- The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- The physical requirements of this position are: heavy work - exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently.
- The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
- The Associate may be required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services, general laborer, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection, etc.).
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