What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biomed Equipment Tech Specialist position at Children's Wisconsin?
At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.
Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.
We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.
Provides a primary support role for the evaluation, installation, repair, modification and inspection of the complex specialty equipment of at least one of the following groups: anesthesia gas delivery systems, critical care ventilators, hemodialysis machines and hemodialysis water treatment systems, networked medical equipment systems, or laboratory instruments and temperature monitoring systems related to laboratory or vaccine and medication storage Provides same level of support for other patient care equipment used in most areas of the hospital. Provides technical assistance in the clinical setting; educating users of equipment; resolves hazard alerts and recalls, leads special projects relating to major installations of equipment, leads pre-purchase evaluations, oversees vendor services, and assists with budget preparations. Provides support to other Clinical Engineering staff as needed to assure that effective back-up support for the specialty equipment is maintained at all times
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Biomedical Equipment Technology or
Requires minimum of 5 years as a technician in a health care environment providing primary support for the service of at least one group of complex specialty systems.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Special knowledge of repair and inspection procedures specific to the majority of equipment used at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin among at least one group of complex specialty systems (anesthesia gas delivery, critical care ventilators, hemodialysis machines and hemodialysis water treatment systems, or networked medical systems).
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification
Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) certification through the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) within 12 months of starting in this position.
Requires a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, personal auto liability insurance coverage and the ability to be insured by the CHHS auto insurance carrier.
Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.
Certifications/Licenses:
License Driver's License - State of Wisconsin
