Biomedical Technician III / Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical Technician III

Biomedical Engineering Technician that has responsibilities for checking, maintaining and repairing a wide variety of biomedical equipment, completes appropriate documentation, provides in-service education and works on special projects to guarantee safe, efficient and cost-effective utilization of medical technology. Blends traditional engineering techniques with biological sciences to improve the quality of patient care. Reports to Clinical Engineer or Manager.

Accountabilities:

• Repairs, maintains and inventories a wide variety of biomedical equipment and instrumentation through assessment, troubleshooting and diagnosis. Requires the use of a variety of tools (i.e. electronic software, computers, specialized hand and power tools) to verify the medical equipment is in a safe and efficient working order.
• Documents work performed, utilizing database management system and/or written reports as per department procedure, to make certain appropriate records are maintained to meet hospital and regulatory requirements.
• Provides service and support to numerous HHC affiliates and contracted services throughout the state.
• Participates in the strategic planning for medical technology through pre-purchase assessment of medical devices/equipment and evaluation of replacement needs.
• Ensures that appropriate technologies are utilized in the hospital and provides input into the budgeting process.
• Educates staff on the proper use of biomedical equipment and user-type diagnostic procedures through a combination of formal in-services and informal training.
• Assists with special projects as necessary, by utilizing specialized knowledge and skills to ensure that the goals of HHC are achieved in a cost effective and patient centered manner.
• Designs, develops and refines techniques for equipment systems, testing of product performance to verify safe and proficient operation.
• Coordinates and collaborates with an internal team of multidisciplinary clientele to deliver a full range of quality services exceeding the customer requirements resulting in superior patient care and safety.
• Responsible for taking off hours and holiday on–call assignments

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Electronics or Biomedical Technology preferred.
• Requires a minimum of 2 to 5 years of experience as a Biomedical Technician or related field.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team is required.
• Must be proficient with computers and computer programs.
• Must have a strong customer focus.
• Certification by AAMI is desired.

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