POSITION DETAILS

Part-time, benefited; 40 hours per 2-week pay period; Mon-Fri 8a-12p

JOB SUMMARY

The BioMedical Technician is responsible for all preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of mechanical, electrical and electronic biomedical equipment.  The BioMed Tech is also responsible for fully documenting all said maintenance correctly and accurately.  The BioMed Tech will also be responsible for the administration of controlled access entry as well as provide service in other electronic areas including but not limited to Hospital electrical systems, video equipment, fire alarm systems, HVAC support systems and communication systems.

MAJOR JOB FUNCTION

1.       Performs all preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment according to established procedures to include inspection, calibration, adjusting, lubrication and reparation.  Replaces components as needed.  Services, repairs or assists in the repair of more complex equipment and schedules and maintains records of maintenance and repairs.

2.       Diagnoses system malfunctions on both mechanical and/or electrical equipment.  Dismantles and repairs/replaces defective components; reassembles, tests and reinstalls repaired equipment.

3.       Responds promptly and effectively to emergency repair calls; completes said repairs and documents accordingly.

4.       Performs and documents scheduled inspections and electrical safety tests necessary to maintain conformance to code requirements.

5.       Tests new and repaired equipment before the equipment is put into or back into service.

6.       Train staff in the proper operation and repair of equipment.

7.       Order necessary supplies and repair parts as needed and also to maintain inventory.

8.       Maintain records in compliance with state, federal and Joint Commission requirements.

9.       Assist in evaluating and purchasing of new equipment as well as being involved in product evaluation as well as medical equipment recalls.

10.   Serves as a member of the Safety Committee.

11.   Maintain, repair and assist with installation of access control points/doors, video equipment, fire alarm systems, HVAC control systems and communication systems. 

12.   Responds to all fire and disaster alarms according to disaster manual.

13.   Follows safety guidelines related to body mechanics, hazardous materials, protective devices, etc.

14.   Participates in staff meetings and appropriate inservices.

15.   Orients new staff to the units/department as assigned.

16.   Performs other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Has the ability to cope with interruptions, varying personalities, rush projects, some irregular hours.

2.    Must be customer-service focused in order to deal with various hospital departments, staff and medical staff.

3.    Meets JCAHO and hospital educational standards as required.

4.    Is present and prepared for work as scheduled.

5.    Demonstrates creativity and initiative in job.

6.    Contributes, develops, supports and/or carries out new ideas and methods in cooperation with co-workers and supervisors.

7.    Is self-motivated.

8.    Demonstrates support for and ability to work as part of a team on achieving departmental and organizational goals.

9.    Develops positive working relationships, is receptive to and acts upon input from other team members and departments and is willing and able to compromise as needed.

10. Demonstrates organizational skills and effective use of time.

11. Communicates effectively.

12. Able to express ideas/opinions, uses appropriate congruent communications methods.

13. Deal with co-workers and customers openly and honestly.

14. Is receptive and attentive to communication/feedback from co-workers and customers.

15. Adheres to strict customer confidentiality standards, recognizing that even acknowledgment of privileged information is prohibited.

16. Supports and complies with the National Patient Safety Goals and quality improvement initiatives.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1.       Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school required.

2.       Associates degree in Biomedical Electronics or Communications Electronic Diagnostics program preferred.

3.       Two years of related experience required, four years of related experience preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

1.       Must have knowledge of biomedical equipment trouble-shooting, repair and calibration skills.

2.       Must have the ability to understand and absorb new work methods.

3.       Must have good to excellent computer skills.

4.       Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

5.       Excellent human relation skills as demonstrated by the ability to interface positively with all customers and employees.

6.       Must have the ability to work with frequent interruptions, under stress and with minimal supervision.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1.       Regularly required to use hands to handle or feel objects.

2.       Visual acuity is needed in order to perform essential functions of the position.

3.       The BioMed Tech is frequently required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch.

4.       The BioMed Tech must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

5.       Good hearing is necessary to receive detailed information through oral communication.