BioMedical Equipment Tech II

Biomedical Equipment Tech II

Position Summary:

Maintains clinical equipment through the effective use of the Medical Equipment Management Plan.

Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of routine tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, calibration and repair of a limited scope of biomedical equipment with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge level and experienced in most or all facets of job
• Possesses an intermediate level of expertise and can assist less experienced technicians
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications :

• Associate's degree, military training OR academic work aligned with AAMI's Core Competencies for the Biomedical Equipment Technician required
• 2 years' experience as a Biomedical Equipment Tech
• Comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, anatomy, physiology, biology, physics, chemistry and medical terminology
• Comprehensive understanding and skills related to general electromechanical systems and devices and can communicate the use of supported devices
• Comprehensive understanding of both local and national public safety and regulatory issues
• Must be available to meet the on-call rotation requirement of the department

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift or move up to 50lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Majority of shift spent on feet walking or standing 8-12 hours per day
• Typical equipment used in a clinical and office job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals, acids, cleaning solution, disinfectants, soaps, etc.
• Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc.
• Exposure to noise, electrical shock, mechanical hazards, fumes, burns, hazardous chemicals, and infectious wastes

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1 st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.