Biomedical Equipment Technician

Mercy-Health-System-Corporation; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Supervisor to oversee the maintenance and repair of medical devices, ensuring safety and availability for patient care. You will supervise maintenance staff, manage work schedules, and maintain equipment records in CMMS.

The role coordinates projects, supports the department budget, and serves as the liaison with leadership and internal customers. A degree in Biomedical Engineering or Electronics is preferred; 2-3 years of Biomedical experience

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Biomedical Engineering/Electronics or related degree, or Military Biomedical certification.
• In lieu of a degree, 2-3 years of direct Biomedical experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Reviews work orders and preventive maintenance tasks to determine work priorities.
• Schedules repair, maintenance and installation of machines, tools, and equipment by self-performance and delegation of work assignments.
• Directs maintenance activities on biomedical equipment to provide safety, quality, and availability.
• Manages CMMS database.
• Coordinates special projects.
• Requisitions tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations.
• Directs training of workers to improve performance and acquaint workers with Mercyhealth policies.
• Confers with Leadership, customers and QA staff to resolve maintenance problems and improve operations.
• Assists Manager in preparation of department budget and monitors expenditure of funds.
• Represents the department to internal customers.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

CMMS management

Scheduling

Budget management

Training of workers

Customer liaison

Education

Associate Degree in Biomedical Engineering/Electronics or related field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

OverviewThis role oversees the maintenance and repair of biomedical equipment to ensure it is safe, reliable, and available for patient care. Responsibilities include supervising maintenance staff, managing work schedules and equipment records, coordinating projects, supporting the department budget, and working with leadership and customers to improve operations.Schedule: 40-hours per weekEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesReviews work orders and preventive maintenance tasks to determine work priorities.Schedules repair, maintenance and installation of machines, tools, and equipment by self-performance and delegation of work assignments.Directs maintenance activities on biomedical equipment to provide the highest standards for safety, quality, and availability of medical equipment.Manages CMMS database.Coordinates special projects.Requisitions tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations. Directs training of workers to improve work performance and acquaint workers with Mercyhealth policies and procedures.Confers with Leadership, customers and quality assurance staff to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of work performance and equipment.Assists Manager in preparation of department budget and monitors expenditure of funds in budget.The Supervisor is the department representative and liaison with internal customers.Education and ExperienceAssociate Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering/Electronics or related degree or Military Bio-Medical related certificationIn lieu of a degree, 2-3 years of direct Bio-Medical experience will be considered.Certification and LicensureFor those driving Mercyhealth vehicles:Maintain a valid driver's license.Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.PAY RANGE:$25.60 - $38.40Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women