Biomedical Equipment Technician I - Hazelwood, MO

Job Description

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As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.

We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.

The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.

What you Need to Know :

As a Biomedical Equipment Technician, you will work under close supervision to repair, calibrate, and maintain all types of basic biomedical equipment, devices, instruments, and systems Inspect, install, and provide preventive maintenance of general biomedical equipment. Provide support, development and / or leadership guidance to all volunteers.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD :

Key Responsibilities :

Perform a variety of routine tasks associated with the installation, service and calibration of a diverse range of biomedical equipment and instrumentation. Install, qualify, maintain service, modify, troubleshoot, safety test, and calibrate a variety of biomedical equipment and instrumentation by interpreting engineering and vendor information, schematic diagrams and graphic illustrations.

Diagnose and correct system or equipment malfunctions by repairing or replacing parts to ensure that biomedical equipment and internal circuitry meets specified requirements.

Assist in the support of a systematic preventive maintenance program for biomedical equipment and instrumentation which may include entry into Computerized Maintenance Management System.

Provide technical assistance and instruction to personnel in the operation and maintenance of equipment.

Meet departmental performance indicator standards on a consistent basis; Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

Standard Schedule : Mon-Fri with a flexible day shift schedule

Pay Information : $22.00 per hour based on experience

Additional Qualifications / Responsibilities

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED :

Education : High School or equivalent required.

Experience : 1 year of related experience preferred.

Maintenance skills in electronics, mechanical or electromechanical device repair preferred. Ability to read color codes on wiring and electrical components. Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral instructions.

Must have a valid Driver's license with a good driving record.

Ability to take support calls. Ability to work on a team.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications) :

Associate degree in Electronics or Biomedical Equipment Technology is a plus

Physical Requirements :

Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Regularly lift and / or move objects 10-50lbs frequently and unassisted; Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools and work with a variety of chemicals and solvents. Position may require climbing of ladders for top-level selection. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Work in extreme temperatures for short duration.

BENEFITS FOR YOU?

We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.

Medical, Dental Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts

PTO Holidays

401K with 5% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability and Insurance : Short Long Term

Service Awards and recognition

Salary : $22