Biomedical Equipment Technician

Job Summary:

Under guidance and/or supervision, the responsibilities of the Biomedical Engineering Technician I include assisting or performing installation, calibration, inspection, preventative maintenance, and repair of basic patient care equipment such as patient monitoring, surgical devices, infusion devices, other basic diagnostic/therapeutic equipment and other related technical equipment.

Other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties:

• Promote a team dynamic through effective departmental communication and inclusive discussion. Customer interactions build team credibility and create the perception of a cohesive and efficient support structure.
• Utilizes basic familiarity of Medical Technology, and knowledge of Electronics/Electrical/Mechanical systems as well as IT Networking systems in order to provide support for basic medical devices such as patient monitoring, surgical devices, infusion devices, other basic diagnostic/therapeutic equipment and other related technical equipment.
• Maneuvers complex problems, exhibits methodical troubleshooting ability, and uses critical thinking skills to develop workable solutions.
• Adequately evaluates unscheduled support requests and responds with composure using the appropriate level of urgency. Participates in afterhours and on-call rotation as necessary.
• Performs inspection, preventative maintenance and electrical safety of medical technologies. Review outcome of preventive maintenance actions and make recommendations concerning changes to preventive maintenance schedules, procedures, or documentation.
• All work is performed and documented in accordance with the *** Imaging Medical Equipment Management Plan.
• Participates in new system or new functionality testing.
• Carries out work in a fiscally responsible manner and identifies cost reductions and financial opportunities.
• Participates in process improvement activities around technology utilization and quality Job
• Provides consultation and guidance to customers on the use of medical equipment.
  
  

Required Skills & Experience:

• Familiarity with medical technology is required.
• Knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong analytical skills and critical thinking ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
  
  

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Three years of related experience in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment is preferred.
• Specialized training in medical technology service and support is preferred.
• Skills to repair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect basic patient care equipment such as patient monitoring, surgical devices, infusion devices, basic diagnostic/therapeutic equipment and other related technical equipment preferred.
  
  

Required

BIOMEDICAL

Required Education:

• Associate’s degree in Biomedical or Electrical Technology.
  
  

OR

• Military Training in Biomedical or Electrical Technology.
  
  

OR

• Two (2) years of Biomedical or Electrical Technology Experience.
  
  

Required Certifications & Licensure