Biomed Technician II - Clinical Engineering

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Washington is seeking a Biomed Technician II to handle maintenance, calibration and repair of biomedical equipment with supervision. The role emphasizes documentation, safety, and vendor coordination within the Clinical Engineering department.

The position is full-time, day shift, with competitive benefits and a pay range of $39.85–$59.82 hourly, dependent on experience and bargaining terms. Must have an associate degree in relevant field and 3+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in biomedical tech or related field required.
• Minimum 3 years biomedical equipment repair experience.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Experience with maintenance management systems preferred.
• Certification: BME Tech by AAMI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and calibrate clinical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Maintain maintenance records and vendor service coordination.
• Train staff and provide cross-training.
• Oversee external vendors' service quality.
• Maintain technical literature and documentation.

Skills

Equipment repair

Electrical safety

Documentation

Vendor coordination

Staff training

Diagnostics

Reading schematics

Education

Biomedical Technology AS

Electronics AS

Physics AS

Military Biomedical

Technical Program

Biomedical Instrumentation AS

Biomedical Instrumentation BA

Tools

Maintenance Mgmt System

Parts ordering system

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Biomed Technician II - Clinical Engineering for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $39.85 – $59.82. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

Performs a wide variety of maintenance tasks associated with the installation, preventative and corrective maintenance, calibration and repair of biomedical equipment with general supervisory oversight. Adheres to applicable policies and procedures related to maintenance delivery and documentation. Subject matter expert on some Biomed systems.

Essential Functions

• Installs, repairs and calibrates most classes of clinical equipment at the component level. Performs planned maintenance and electrical safety inspections; inspects incoming equipment for compliance with code, standards, and manufacture recommendations; maintains documentation as required by management and as outlined by current policies and procedures; and documents time and expense in a timely manner.
• Assists with detailed purchase specifications for new equipment and in the evaluation of new equipment, accessories, and supplies.
• Assists with the administrative responsibilities of the department, including work order control, maintenance history records, preventative maintenance and safety inspection records, purchase requests, and repair parts inventory records. Actively participates in the development and maintenance of the Biomed computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Contributes to effective and efficient departmental and hospital operation by assisting and providing orientation and training of staff both within the department and in other departments. Conducts cross-training in the techniques of testing, calibrating, operating, and troubleshooting biomedical systems for assigned biomedical equipment technicians.
• Oversees the quality control of services provided by outside vendors and maintains necessary documentation regarding the work performed, dates of service and signs off on completion of vendor service requests.
• Establishes and maintains supporting technical literature such as manufactures literature, reference standards, specifications, and other documents necessary for supporting the program. Ensures team members are notified of changes and trained on the details of those changes.
• Supports and contributes to effective safety and risk management efforts by adhering to established policies and procedures. Maintains a safe environment. Actively ensures accident prevention. Identifies and reports potential liabilities. Maintains appropriate patient/employee confidentiality. May serve as a member or advisor to the hospital’s Risk Management, Safety, and other appropriate committees as required by the supervisor.
• Conducts in-service classes and individual training for equipment users on subjects such as electrical safety, proper operations and care of equipment.
• May assist with organizing and validating work efforts of other team members in the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree Required: Biomedical Technology or
• Associate Degree Required: Electronics or
• Associate Degree Required: Physics or
• Associate Degree Required: U.S Military Biomedical or
• Technical Program Required: and
• Associate Degree Preferred: Biomedical Instrumentation Technology or
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred: Biomedical Instrumentation Technology

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years Required: of experience in biomedical equipment repair and
• Preferred: Solid experience in at least 1 maintenance management system and parts ordering system

Credentials

• Required: Drivers License and
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support and
• Preferred: Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician by Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)

Skills

• Must be able to cope with repeated bending, squatting, stopping, prolonged standing, walking and climbing stairs. (Required)
• Must be able to safely operate hand tools, power tools and diagnostic test equipment. (Required)
• Understanding of BioMed’s role in the hospital accreditation process and the need to support that process with thorough work order documentation. (Required)
• Excellent analysis/problem solving skills. (Required)
• Solid verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. (Required)
• Basic medical terminology related to equipment. (Required)
• Knowledge of bioelectronics and instrumentation. (Required)
• Skilled in using computers with Windows operating system. (Required)
• Ability to navigate multiple software sites simultaneously. (Required)
• Demonstrates cost-effective decision-making skills. (Required)
• Uses office automation hardware and software applications and diagnostic service software appropriate to the equipment being serviced. (Required)
• Basic understanding of project management terms and methods. (Required)
• Detailed oriented with ability to key statistical data accurately. (Required)
• Good knowledge of schematics and ability to work independently on repairs, safety testing and preventive maintenance. (Required)
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting, operation, repair, swapping of spare equipment and obtaining vendor support as needed on Critical Care, Emergency, Family Birth Center, Surgery and Telemetry monitoring systems. (Required)
• Working knowledge of infection control concepts, internal/external disaster plans and risk management concepts. (Required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of hospital, interdepartmental and unit goals, standards and operations. (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

Southwest Medical Center:

• Biomed Tech I’s successfully completing the requirements outlined in this job description shall be eligible to transition to the Biomed Tech II.

St. Joseph Medical Center:

• Biomed Technicians may be responsible for maintaining the equipment at United, PIMC and surrounding clinics at PeaceHealth Medical Group.

St. John Medical Center:

• Maintains and enhances professional skills and awareness of policies and procedures through participation in hospital, departmental and outside training/continuing education programs that are designed to facilitate personal growth and development. Contributes to and participate in an ongoing Quality Improvement program designed to monitor and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of patient care or services provided by clinical equipment used in the medical center objectively and systematically.
• Contributes to efficient financial management by effectively using time. Monitor supply and equipment usage. Makes recommendations for cost containment. Makes appropriate charges for services rendered and supplies used. Coordinate outside repairs.
• Effectively communicates by interpreting and conveying information clearly, accurately and in a timely manner. Establishes and maintain open, effective communication between customers and staff. Utilizes correct channels of communication and recognized organization communication standard. Answers telephones in a manner that tells customers they are important. Keep abreast of, and comply with, departmental and organizational changes and events through reading posted communications and attending department and assigned meetings.
• Actively participates in on-call duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.

• Facilities/Maintenance/ Engineer: Continuous moving around area. Lifting/carrying: Frequent up to 30 lbs. Occasional up to 50 lbs. Frequent reaching/ bending/ stooping, grasping. Occasional pushing/pulling 15 lbs. sustained force with frequent stop/start. Occasional climbing ladders/stairs. Occasional squatting/kneeling/ crawling.

• Occasional push/pull up to 50 lbs. force.

• Occasional reaching/ bending/ stooping/ squatting/ crouching/ kneeling/ grasping.

• Security: Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. Continuous moving around area. Lifting/carrying: Frequent up to 10 lbs. Occasional up to 50 lbs.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
• Exposure to outside temperatures (seasonal).
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Facilities/Maintenance/Engineer: Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
• Security: Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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