Biomedical Equipment Technician (53365)

Carter BloodCare; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Carter BloodCare in Bedford, TX is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician to ensure that collection's equipment is available and in good working condition for daily use. The BET maintains and repairs a wide range of equipment including medical laboratory and industrial devices.

The BET will document maintenance activities, manage equipment files, and may train new staff. Overtime and potential float to other areas are required; regular full-time attendance is expected.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience with equipment installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, record management, and equipment repairs
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all collection equipment is available for use and in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain and repair a wide range of equipment, including medical laboratory and industrial equipment.
• Document all maintenance activities accurately and timely and assist in controlling costs.

Skills

Troubleshoot and repair equipment

Record management

Preventative maintenance

Strong communication

Excellent computer skills

Organizational skills

Task prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Electronics or Biomedical Equipment Technology

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bedford Corporate - Bedford, TX 76021

Education Level: High School Diploma / GED Equivalent

Travel Percentage: Valid DL required

Job Category: Health Care

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Under direction of the QAPI Coordinator, the Biomedical Equipment Technician (BET) is responsible for ensuring that all Collection's equipment is available for use and in accordance with the manufacturer specifications, is clean and operational for daily use. This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment, including specific medical laboratory and industrial equipment.

This position effectively manages equipment and equipment files by documenting all critical activities accurately and timely and assists in controlling costs. The BET uses meticulous and logical record management of existing management systems. This position assists with the management of critical equipment files, properly files and labels equipment and equipment files for storage and communicates and assists with departmental needs. The BET may perform training and/ or assist with on-the-job development of new hire employees and incumbent staff as requested.

This position requires the ability to work overtime and/or float to other areas, as needed. Regular full-time attendance is required during normal working hours.

Shift: Monday through Friday 1:30 pm - 10:00pm

QualificationsEDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree in Electronics or Biomedical Equipment Technology; or technical training school, preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 1 year of experience with equipment installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, record management, and equipment repairs, or a combination of an Associate's Degree in Electronics or Biomedical Technology and hands-on experience (to be considered toward meeting the one-year requirement)
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and meet all CBC driver guidelines

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair a wide range of electronic and mechanical equipment
• Ability to maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair
• Ability to inspect, test, and diagnose faulty equipment
• Ability to carry out preventative maintenance and servicing
• Ability to prioritize tasks for document review, paying attention to detail, completeness, accuracy, grammar and writing
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently

Carter BloodCare is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. Carter BloodCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants and will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an employees or applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic, and veteran or disability status. In addition to federal law requirements, Carter BloodCare complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Carter BloodCare is a Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.