Biomedical Engineering Technician - Clinical Engineering Diagnostic Imaging Specialist

Biomedical Engineering Technician- Clinical Engineering Diagnostic Imaging Specialist

Repair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect diagnostic imaging equipment. Will also perform preventive maintenance and electrical safety testing on diagnostic imaging equipment.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations, and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research, and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally, and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education, and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on your very first day. 2:1 Match on retirement savings.

Responsibilities

• Repair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect diagnostic imaging systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and electrical safety testing of diagnostic imaging systems.
• Maintain documentation of all actions and test results according to department policy.
• Periodically travel to other Michigan Medicine facilities to perform service activities.
• Perform rounds in assigned areas and participate in on-call rotation.
• Serve as a resource to user departments by providing assistance and instruction on proper use of equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining documentation in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), TJC standards, CMS, and department policies.
• Comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology or equivalent military training.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the biomedical field repairing and supporting a wide variety of medical equipment; or successful completion of Basics of Radiology Equipment courses 1 through 3 (such as RSTI); or equivalent in background and experience with a diagnostic imaging service provider (OEM or third-party service, or in house service) which includes a minimum of 4 years of experience in the field of diagnostic imaging systems repair and support.
• Knowledge of electronic theory, technology, and test equipment.
• Knowledge of radiology theory and technology.
• Knowledge of safety precautions when servicing high voltages and working with ionizing radiation.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and tools.
• Knowledge of basic networking theory.
• Ability to analyze electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to isolate, test, and replace defective parts.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of repairs, calibration, and tests.
• Technicians must have a valid Michigan driver’s license and be able to drive a motor vehicle.

Work hours are Wednesday - Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (subject to change as needed) On call after 1 year.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.