Biomedical Engineering Technician

Avera Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera McKennan Hospital is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician 1 to repair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect medical equipment across a range of devices. You will support life support and standard clinical equipment, ensuring reliability and safety.

The role requires an Associate's or equivalent in electronics or biomed equipment tech and at least one year of related experience, with some IT interfaces and VLAN knowledge preferred. On-site shift, with potential travel.

Qualifications

• Associate's or military equivalent in electronics or biomedical equipment technology is required.
• Minimum of one year related experience in repair and maintenance of medical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect medical equipment, instrumentation, and systems of simple to moderate complexity.
• Perform preventative maintenance and electrical safety testing of clinical equipment, devices, and systems.
• Maintain documentation on new equipment, inspections, repairs, and failures; assist with third-party repairs.

Skills

Biomedical equipment repair

Electrical safety testing

Education

Associate's or military electronics or biomed equipment tech

Tools

Calibration equipment

Networking knowledge

Job description

Location:Avera McKennan HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$25.50 - $46.00Position HighlightsYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewProven success in continued service of a diverse array of medical equipment, with the majority involvement with lower acuity equipment, and introductory knowledge of higher acuity devices. In addition, a Biomedical Engineering technician 1 must have some understanding of and working knowledge interconnected systems VLAN, isolated networks, and IT systems interfaces. Some overnight travel may be necessary due to the nature of the job and training requirements.What you will doRepair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect medical equipment, instrumentation, and systems of simple to moderate complexity. This includes life support equipment.Perform preventative maintenance and electrical safety testing of clinical equipment, devices, and systems. Diagnoses and corrects system and equipment malfunctions.Maintain documentation on new equipment, inspections, and equipment repairs and failures. Assist with and evaluate third-party repairs.Provide technical assistance and instruction to clinical and operational staff regarding equipment operations and maintenance.Maintain documentation of all service events, tests, and maintenance performed on biomedical equipment.Review outcome of preventive maintenance actions and make recommendations to department staff concerning improvements.Maintain accurate inventory, tracking both the addition and the deactivation of biomedical equipment.Collaborate with other biomedical equipment technicians. May assist with in-service educational programs on use of equipment.May assist other biomedical engineering technicians with more complex PMs and repairs.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Associate's or military equivalent in electronics or biomedical equipment technology.Minimum of one year related experience in the repair and maintenance of medical equipmentExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].