Biomedical ElectronicsTechnician 1

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington – UW Medical Center-Montlake in Seattle is seeking a Biomedical Electronics Technician 1 for entry-level biomedical equipment support, including troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, installing, calibrating, and testing a variety of instruments.

You will start with on-the-job training and support senior technicians across patient monitors, ECGs, blood gas analyzers, x-ray units, defibrillators and more while ensuring safety and documentation practices.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Biomedical Equipment Technology or related field.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
• Valid Drivers license for possible travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with inspecting and installing medical and related technical equipment in medical and research facilities.
• Learn to properly service multiple specific types of equipment and apparatus such as patient monitors, electrocardiographs, blood gas analyzers, x-ray units, defibrillators, electrosurgical units, anesthesia apparatus, pacemakers, blood pressure transducers, spirometers, sterilizers, diathermy equipment and other related technical equipment.
• Learn to repair, calibrate, and maintain specific types of medical equipment and how to properly maintain required documentation.
• Learn to effectively communicate with customers keeping them fully informed of the status of repairs.
• Learn to properly safety test medical equipment to ensure patient and staff safety with regard to electrical or mechanical hazards.
• Learn to consult with medical or research staff to ascertain that the equipment functions properly and safely.

Skills

Associate Degree in Electronics

Biomedical Equipment Technology

Valid Driver's License

Education

Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Biomedical Equipment Technology or related field

Job description

No Telework

Seattle, WA

Full time

REQ-0000137207

Job Description

UW Medical Center-Montlake- Clinical Engineering has an outstanding opportunity for a Biomedical Electronics Technician 1.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 40 hours per week
• Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

This position is represented by WFSE CAMPUSWIDE. The Biomedical Equipment Technician 1 receives on-the-job training while performing entry-level biomedical equipment support functions including troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, installing, calibrating, and testing a variety of biomedical instruments, apparatus, systems and equipment .

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist senior technicians with inspecting and installing medical and related technical equipment in medical and research facilities
• Learn to properly service multiple specific types of equipment and apparatus such as patient monitors, electrocardiographs, blood gas analyzers, x-ray units, defibrillators, electrosurgical units, anesthesia apparatus, pacemakers, blood pressure transducers, spirometers, sterilizers, diathermy equipment and other related technical equipment
• Learn to repair, calibrate, and maintain specific types of medical equipment and how to properly maintain required documentation
• Learn to effectively communicate with customers keeping them fully informed of the status of repairs
• Learn to properly safety test medical equipment to ensure patient and staff safety with regard to electrical or mechanical hazards
• Learn to consult with medical or research staff to ascertain that the equipment functions properly and safely

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Biomedical Equipment Technology or related field.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
• Valid Drivers license for possible travel between sites.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$34.84 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$49.88 hourly

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WFSE Campuswide

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

There are many perks to working for the University of Washington. Learn more about the benefits (https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/) that could be available to you as a UW employee.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.