Biomedical Engineering Tech III

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH is seeking a BMET III to provide expert-level repair, installation, calibration and maintenance of sophisticated medical devices used in patient care.

Under minimal supervision, you will lead preventative maintenance and complex diagnostics, while mentoring staff and ensuring regulatory compliance. Qualifications include an Associate's Degree; a BS in Biomedical Engineering Technology or equivalent military training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology or equivalent training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and electrical safety tests on clinical devices, including life-support systems.
• Lead installation projects, monitor third party repairs and supervise routine repairs.
• Conduct in-services and training to end users on device maintenance and operation.
• Maintain accurate documentation to comply with regulatory standards.
• Provide operational leadership and may serve as a temporary supervisor.
• Make recommendations for capital purchases.

Education

Associate's Degree (Required)

Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology or equivalent training

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

Under minimal supervision, the BMET III provides expert-level experience in the repair, installation, calibration and maintenance of sophisticated medical devices and support systems used in the delivery of healthcare. Including life-support and analytic devices as assigned by the Supervisor.

Responsibilities and Duties

• 50% Performs preventative maintenance PM and electrical safety tests of all types of clinical devices, including life-support, highly complex medical devices and sophisticated mission critical networks.
• 30% Performs corrective maintenance and calibrations on complex medical equipment. Leads installation projects, monitor third party repairs and may assign routine repairs to subordinates to monitor their trouble shooting skills.
• 5% Conducts in-services and training to end users on the proper maintenance and operation of medical devices.
• 5% Maintain accurate documentation to comply with regulatory standards.
• 5% Provide operational leadership to personnel and could serve as a temporary Supervisor.
• 5% Makes recommendations for capital purchases.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's Degree (Required)

Additional Job Description

Degree

Field of Study: Biomedical Engineering technology or equivalent related military training

Years of experience: 4-6 yrs. experience

Specialized Knowledge

Anatomy & Physiology, Extended knowledge in networking systems and complex healthcare delivery systems. Competent in using diagnostic software and test devices used in the calibration of complex medical devices.

Desired Attributes

Bachelors Degree of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering Technology or equivalent related military training. AAMI certified and vendor certified for Life- support devices.

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

Clinical Engineering

Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a life-long process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment