Biomedical Equipment Technician I - FT - Days - MRH

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, FL seeks an entry-level Biomedical Equipment Technician to maintain and repair lower end/complex medical devices. Under supervision, you will calibrate, test, document performance and support the safety environment of care in our facility.

The role involves troubleshooting, inventory management, adhering to codes and manufacturer instructions, and coordinating with staff.

Qualifications

• Associates: Science (Required).
• Entry-level repair and maintenance of medical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains lower end/complex biomedical equipment by adjusting, calibrating, testing and documenting performance.
• Conducts testing; ensuring compliance to codes; following manufacturer’s instructions, documenting test results.
• Performs troubleshooting and repair, calling for special service when needed.
• Maintains biomedical equipment supplies inventory and equipment sterilization, anticipating needs; managing orders.
• Maintains a safe and organized production/test lab.

Skills

Accountability

Customer service

Joint Commission

Equipment maintenance

Team work

Effective communication

Responding to change

Standards of behavior

Education

Associate of Science

Job description

Location:

Hollywood, Florida

Summary

Under direct supervision, understands and provides technical knowledge and the ability to test, repair and maintain lower end/complex medical devices. Equipment also includes electronic test equipment and various types of medical equipment. Testing will be done in our facility and will involve staff interaction. Supports and maintains MHS safe Environment of Care.

Responsibilities

Maintains lower end/complex biomedical equipment by adjusting, calibrating, testing and documenting performance.Conducts testing; ensuring compliance to codes; following manufacturer’s instructions, documenting test results. Performs troubleshooting and repair, calling for special service when needed.Maintains biomedical equipment supplies inventory and equipment sterilization, anticipating needs; managing orders.Maintains biomedical equipment supplies inventory and equipment sterilization, anticipating needs; managing orders.Maintains a safe and organized production/test lab.

Competencies

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• CUSTOMER SERVICE (2)
• EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
• EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
• JOINT COMMISSION
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
• TEAM WORK

Education And Certification Requirements

Associates: Science (Required)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: This role requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to build and foster positive relationships. The incumbent must be able to lead others and take appropriate action when required. Required Work Experience: Entry-level (0) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of various types of medical equipment. One year of relevant experience in the repair and maintenance of various types of medical equipment (preferred) Other Information: Additional Education Info: Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electronics, Electronic Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field. Equivalent work experience may substitute for education requirement. Equivalency for degree: High school diploma plus two years of experience.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 60%
• Kneeling = 60%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 60%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 60%
• Hearing Acuity = 60%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 60%
• Distinguish Color = 60%
• Seeing - Far = 60%
• Seeing - Near = 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 0%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 0%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 0%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 0%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 0%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
• Dust = 0%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
• Hazardous Medication = 0%
• Latex = 0%
• Computer Monitor = 60%
• Domestic Animals = 0%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 20%
• Hazardous Noise = 20%
• Heating Devices = 0%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 0%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
• Radiation = 0%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%

Shift

Days

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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