Biomedical equipment technician job description

A 2021 ‘Most Wired’ health system, Duke is nationally recognized for IT and information management as the first healthcare system to achieve the Davies Award – highest honor by the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) – for inpatient, ambulatory, and analytics health information technology capabilities.

Our employees are among the top-skilled IT experts in the Triangle and partner with leading scholars, clinicians, and researchers across Duke University and Duke Health to develop innovative technologies that support our mission of delivering tomorrow's healthcare today.

General Description of the Job Class

Perform a variety of tasks associated with the installation and maintenance of diagnostic, therapeutic and life support clinical equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

Duties and Responsibilities of Level I

Perform a variety of routine tasks associated with the installation, preventative maintenance, and repair of a diverse range of clinical diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. Note: Level I technicians are not assigned duties with life support equipment.

Perform electrical safety tests on clinical equipment using specialized test equipment.

Assist in the support of Clinical Engineering???s systematic preventive maintenance program.

Perform incoming inspections and complete documentation on clinical equipment. Deactivate obsolete equipment and use surplus and salvage protocols for removal.

Receive and complete special clinical requests as assigned by supervisor.

Notify user departments regarding status of repair requests that have not been completed. Effectively communicates with clinical departments to obtain loaner or replacement equipment as required.

Troubleshoot and repair clinical equipment as assigned.

Order, receive parts as needed per department policy. Document shipping and returns.

Report all patient safety issues to manager and assist with correction of issue as assigned.

Meet individual and team departmental performance standards on a consistent basis.

Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Maintain a clean and safe work place.

Maintain good working relationships with fellow workers, nursing and medical staff, and the general public.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with Department policy.

May require travel to other Health System facilities as required to perform departmental functions.

Complete all required Health System training modules within the time allowed by policy.

Follow all Duke University Health System and departmental policies and procedures.

Examples of devices assigned for maintenance are: Sequential compression devices, Portable suction units, Suction regulators, Hepa units, Papr units, Kangaroo pumps, Heater cooler units, Infusion devices

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Duties and Responsibilities of Level II

Perform all the duties and responsibilities of Level I plus: Capable of being assigned duties involving the corrective and preventative maintenance to life support equipment.

Consistently perform independently both routine and complex tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, and repair of a diverse range of clinical equipment and integrated systems.

Serve as a resource to Duke University Heath System employees in the proper operation and maintenance of clinical equipment.

Assist in identifying and recommending replacement of equipment that is obsolete, has extensive repair history, or has identified safety issues.

Must be proficient with prioritizing work assignments effectively in order to meet Departmental goals and standards.

May be required to be on-call and respond per department policy.

Provide guidance and mentoring to Level I technicians.

With limited supervision, coordinate and manage routine projects from start to completion, performing any necessary communication and follow- up with equipment owner.

Assist with conducting evaluations of equipment as required.

When assigned, participate in the Device Incident Investigation process and provide follow up to management per Department policy.

Examples of devices assigned for maintenance are: Defibrillators, Incubators, Transport incubators, Patient monitors systems, EEG devices, Pacemakers, EMG devices, ventilators

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education:

Associates Degree in Electronics or Biomedical Equipment Technology or Military specific medical equipment repair certification is required.

Two years of military training in electronics or vocational training in electronics may substitute for the degree requirement.

Experience:

Level I - No experience required, beyond degree/military/vocational training described above.

Level II A minimum of two years experience as a Biomedical Equipment Technician is required.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification:

Level I and II - A valid North Carolina Driver???s license with a good driving record.

Level II- Qualify as a candidate for certification as a CBET or CLES by AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Level I

Maintenance skills in electronics, mechanical or electromechanical device repair.

Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting.

Knowledge of safety precautions applicable to the operation and maintenance of clinical equipment.

Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral instructions.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, clinical and medical staff, and the general public.

Ability to demonstrate competency in the use and operation of all required test equipment used for the maintenance of therapeutic and diagnostic equipment.

An elementary knowledge of e-mail and work order processes.

Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.

Ability to function in a sterile environment if necessary.

Ability to keep neat and accurate records.

Level II

All of Level I, plus the following:

Ability to work with limited supervision.

Capable of mentoring Level I technicians.

Ability to independently troubleshoot equipment, both technically and clinically.

Significant working knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology, with emphasis in clinical application and troubleshooting.

Significant knowledge and experience with Departmental software (e-,mail, database management, spreadsheet and word processor) applications to provide necessary information to clinical staff.

Must be able to carry call for team or workgroup, respond according to policy, and make decisions regarding emergency equipment repair.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Avant Garde Scientific, Inc. of Damascus, MD is calling all those with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing experience in the I-270 corridor area to apply to join our amazing team as a full-time Biomedical Equipment Technician !

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

We are an established company that invests in our team and offers real opportunities for career growth. We pay a competitive salary of $50,000-$65,000/year , based on experience. Our biomedical technicians also enjoy great benefits , including a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match, paid vacation, sick leave, a healthcare plan, long- & short-term disability, and education assistance. We also provide technical training, a company vehicle, and tools to aid in your success. Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application . If we have your attention, please continue reading!

ABOUT AVANT GARDE SCIENTIFIC, INC.

Avant Garde Scientific, Inc. is a small, localized company that specializes in the sale, service, and installation of biomedical equipment used in laboratory research and biotech facilities. We were founded in 1989 by Tim Holden when he saw the need for a dedicated service entity to support busy local research and biotech communities. Our focus is on sterilizers, washers, biosafety cabinets, and other related lab equipment. Through our team's outstanding skillset, we can confidently exceed our client's expectations.

We have a small yet strong crew that approaches all aspects of service work with honesty. We are proud to say our family business has grown into a sizable organization with the best benefits and work culture around!

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

Ask yourself: Do you have excellent communication skills including the ability to explain technical information in layman's terms? Can you troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems? Are you a problem-solver? Do you have a positive, can-do attitude? Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you present yourself professionally? Are you cooperative and a team player? Do you take pride in a job well done? If so, please consider applying for this biomedical technician position today!

YOUR LIFE AS A BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

This position typically works Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 3:30PM with some weekend and overtime required.

As a Biomedical Equipment Technician, your mechanical, electrical, and plumbing experience is put to good use as you perform all aspects of biomedical equipment repair including installation, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance. The equipment you service includes sterilizers (autoclaves), glassware washers, cage washers, clean steam generators, electric steam generators, and other related lab equipment. With your excellent communication and customer service skills, you explain repairs to clients and ensure you are always providing a great customer experience. You enjoy working as part of an established team of biomedical technicians and making a difference for our clients.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing experience
• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record
• High school diploma
• Able to pass a drug and alcohol screening upon hire
• Able to pass a pre-employment physical upon hire
• Able to walk with heavy tools and lift at least 50 lbs overhead
• MS Office computer skills

If you can meet these requirements and perform this biomedical technician job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team! Apply today!

Location: 20872

Biomedical Equipment Technician 1 - (2200037H) Description Department Profile

TGH Information Technologies invests over $100 million annually on technology and services. Over 75 percent of the department's team members hold professional certification in technology and IT-related functions. Tampa General has earned numerous awards for health information technology, including the prestigious “HIMSS Stage 7 Award” issued to less than four percent of all hospitals in the country, and Hospital and Health Network's “Most Wired - Advanced” award for the past several years. TGH's Information Technologies division earned “Best Hospital IT Department” by Healthcare IT News.

Job Sumamry

Maintains clinical equipment through the effective use of the Medical Equipment Management Plan. Performs a variety of routine tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, calibration and repair of a limited scope of biomedical equipment. Performs duties and established and recognized standards as adopted by the Association for Advancement of Medical Instrumentation. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital.
Qualifications Completion of a 2-year Associate degree, military training, or academic work aligned with AAMI's Core Competencies for the Biomedical Equipment Technician, and a basic knowledge of mathematics, anatomy, physiology, biology, physics, chemistry, medical terminology, English, computer and networking peripherals, and professional skills. This entry level position typically requires 0-2 years of related experience and demonstration of the specific skills/experience listed below.
Specific Skills/Experience:

Exhibits a basic understanding and can communicate the use of devices supported

Can provide basic support of acuity equipment for direct patient care.

Is familiar with the operations and environment that they support (hospital, clinic, etc.)

Has minimal experience in their assigned clinical environment

Other Skills:

Demonstrated ability to learn from others on the job. Can teach some basic skills to new hires or interns.

Possesses basic understanding and skills related to general electromechanical systems and devices.

Has a basic understanding of both local and national public safety and regulatory issues.

Able to solve basic front-line customer service issues.

Demonstrates a basic understanding of clinical equipment, radiological, laboratory and network medical systems.

Has a basic understanding of project management terms and methods.

Primary Location: TampaWork Locations: TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33606Job: Biomedical EngineeringOrganization: TGH - HospitalSchedule: Full-time Scheduled Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayShift: Day JobJob Posting: Oct 11, 2022, 4:42:01 AM