Biomedical Equipment Technician II

BMC Software; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 104,758,000 - 135,503,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician II to perform electrical safety testing, calibration, troubleshooting and emergency repairs for biomedical instrumentation across departments. Duties include inventory maintenance, data recording, and on-call coverage as part of the Clinical Engineering team.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or 2 years of related experience, and is followed by participation in performance assurance programs while adhering to safety protocols

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field or 2 years’ biomedical repair experience.
• AAMI certification preferred.
• One year of hospital-based experience or director recommendation.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, FDA, OSHA standards.
• Excellent English communication, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots critical care instrumentation in hospital units and determines operation and improvement recommendations.
• Conducts electrical safety testing and inspections on equipment under department jurisdiction.
• Performs required calibrations to ensure proper operating function.
• Performs complete performance testing and maintenance procedures per protocol.
• Performs emergency and routine repairs on biomedical equipment.
• Maintains and updates equipment inventory and repair data.
• Participates in the formation of performance assurance forms.
• Participates in on-call rotation covering nights, weekends and holidays.
• Participates in evaluation of biomedical instrumentation under supervision.
• Attends hospital committees and team meetings as directed.
• Follows hospital infection control and safety procedures.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Biomedical instrumentation

English communication

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related engineering field or 2 years’ biomedical instrumentation repair

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

EMR systems

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, provides and performs electrical safety testing, calibration, troubleshooting, performance assurance testing and emergency repairs for all biomedical, laboratory and associated medical instrumentation used throughout the Boston Medical Center. Orders supplies and parts for equipment and stock inventory. Maintains an accurate computer database of equipment which includes: departmental wide inventory, repair data and retired equipment. Assists in the establishment of performance assurance guidelines as part of a comprehensive electrical safety program. Participates in an on-call rotation (nights, weekends and holidays).

Position: Biomedical Equipment Technician II

Department: Clinical Engineering SVC

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Troubleshoots critical care related instrumentation in critical care or surgical areas while in use. Diagnoses the source of operational failure, if any, of patient related equipment. Determine if the operation of the device is correct and to provide recommendations for improved use.

• Conducts complete electrical safety testing and inspections on all equipment under the jurisdiction of the department of Clinical Engineering and the department of Health and Hospitals.

• Provides required periodic calibration of equipment to ensure proper operating function.

• Conducts complete performance assurance testing. Performs complete performance maintenance procedures as required following protocols.

• Performs emergency and routine repairs on instrumentation under the jurisdiction of the department of Clinical Engineering and Boston Medical Center.

• Compiles and updates equipment inventory, repairs data and retired equipment.

• Assists in the formation of performance assurance forms.

• Participates in an on-call rotation which covers nights, weekends and holidays.

• Participates in the evaluation of biomedical instrumentation under the supervision of the manager or designee.

• Attends various hospital committees as directed by Manager.

• Attends hospital meetings as directed by team lead

• Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.

• Adheres to BMC’s RESPECT attributes.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related engineering field required or at least 2 years’ experience in biomedical instrumentation repair.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

• AAMI certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of relatable experience in a hospital setting or recommendation by Director of Clinical Engineering

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of standards, regulations, and safety requirements (such as Joint Commission, FDA, ECRI, ASA, OSHA and DPH) is necessary.

• Strong knowledge of biomedical, anesthesia and patient-care related instrumentation, and detailed understanding of hemodynamic monitoring.

• Familiarity with electrical/electronic and medical terminology.

• Ability to repair, maintain, test and calibrate a wide range of detailed biomedical, anesthesia and patient-care related instrumentation is necessary.

• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

• Ability to maintain detailed records and prepare data into statistical reports.

• Proficiency with standard software programs used in healthcare (such as MS Word, Outlook) and web browsers, patient registration systems and electronic medical record.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS (Responsible for on-call, 24 hr. coverage, etc.):

• Participates in an on-call rotation (nights, weekends and holidays).

Compensation Range:

$36.56- $47.29

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans