Biomedical Equipment Technician 2

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care organization is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician 2 in Rockford, Illinois. The technician will be responsible for maintaining crucial medical equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in patient care. This full-time role promises competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, fostering professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Wellbeing Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Parental and Caregiver Leaves

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in maintaining and repairing medical equipment.
• Must meet certification requirements.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, calibrates, repairs, installs, and maintains medical equipment.
• Conducts safety tests on various medical devices.
• Completes daily work orders with minimal supervision.

Skills

Technical manual interpretation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering

Related Military equivalent certifications

CBET Certification

Tools

CMMS database

Inventory software

Manufacturing software

Spreadsheet software

Word Processing software

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Overview

Inspects, calibrates, repairs, installs and maintains medical equipment and instrumentation used in health care delivery field by performing the following duties and other duties as assigned.

Overview

Inspects, calibrates, repairs, installs and maintains medical equipment and instrumentation used in health care delivery field by performing the following duties and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Services various equipment and apparatus including but not limited to 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 paraphernalia.
• Safety tests various equipment to ensure patient and staff safety from electrical or mechanical hazards .
• Consults with medical or research staff to ascertain that equipment functions properly and safely.
• Demonstrates proficiency in entering, completing, retrieving information regarding work orders, assets, PM schedules, and other functions and applications of the CMMS database as pertains to daily operation of the department.
• Modifies or develops instruments or devices, under supervision of medical or engineering staff .
• Works collectively with salesperson or service technician or equipment manufacturers or their representatives to assure proper operation of equipment .
• Completes daily work orders and other tasks as assigned with minimal supervision.
• Acts as a resource for partners.
• Participates in managing inventories and operational budget, taking emergency call and helping with special events .
• May be required to work flexible hours, alternate shifts and weekends.
• May require travel with personal or company vehicle.
• May be assigned to any of M ercyhealth locations .
  
  
  

C ULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations :

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance ; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

e Ducation & Experience

Associate Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering / Electronic s or related or related Military equivalent certifications or CBET Certification.

Minimum 1- 3 years of experience in an environment that pertains to installing, maintaining and repairing medical, electronic and/or mechanical equipment

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Certification as a Bio-Medical Technician by AAMI preferred

Maintain a valid driver's license

Have and maintain driving record per Mercy’s HR-01 Fleet Safety policy

a Dditional Requirements

Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).

Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.

Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.

Other Skills And Abilities

Ability to understand and apply knowledge in technical manual, interpretive/analytical skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Good interpersonal/communication skills

Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System; Inventory software; Manufacturing software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the wo rk environment is usually moderate to high.

O ccupational Exposure: Category C - No partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.

AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED

Non-Specific Task (N/A)

INFORMATION ACCESS

Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties.

WORK CONTACT GROUP

Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors.

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

This is considered heavy work. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle, or feel and talk or hear . The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl . The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds . Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Some independent judgment is required , but alternatives are limited by standard practices or procedures. Should be able to complete daily tasks and assignments with minimal supervision. Expected to schedule time for and prioritize daily tasks.

SUPERVISES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Benefits

Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.
• Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.
• Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.
• Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.
• Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.
• Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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