Biomedical Equipment Technician II

UCSF Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician at the operational/practitioner level to install, maintain, and repair diverse clinical equipment including life support devices. Under supervision, you perform routine and complex tasks, conduct scheduled maintenance using specialized test gear, and support a preventive maintenance program across biomedical instrumentation.

You will document maintenance actions and assist with introducing new therapeutic and diagnostic equipment, serving

Qualifications

• Min 3 years related experience to acquire competency in applying biomedical and electronics principles in a hospital environment.
• Knowledge in electronic circuitry.
• Knowledge in electronics troubleshooting.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and illustrated parts drawing of biomedical instrumentation.
• Maintenance skills in electronics, mechanical or electromechanical device repair.
• Ability to read color codes on wiring and electronic components.
• A working knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology.
• Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral communications.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, clinical and medical staff, and the general public.
• A working knowledge of e-mail, database management, spreadsheet, and word processor applications.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.
• Ability to function in a sterile environment if necessary.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Work requires a background in electronics.
• High School Diploma Required.
• Willing to assist at other UCSF Campuses.

Skills

Biomedical electronics

Schematics reading

Electronics troubleshooting

Maintenance skills

Reading wiring diagrams

Color code reading

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Record keeping

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Sterile environment

Background in electronics

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Electronics or Biomedical Equipment Technology

Job description

Job Description

This is the operational/practitioner level for the Biomedical Equipment Technicians job series. Under direction and supervision, incumbent performs a variety of routine and complex tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, and repair of a diverse range of clinical equipment including life support equipment. Incumbent performs scheduled maintenance on clinical equipment using specialized test equipment, assists in the support of a systematic preventive maintenance program of biomedical instrumentation, and documents the introduction of new therapeutic and diagnostic equipment, corrective and preventive maintenance actions and special requests as required. Biomedical Equipment Technicians at this level serve as a resource to UCSF Healthcare and Academic Research System employees in the proper operation and maintenance of clinical and/or laboratory equipment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Min 3 years related experience to acquire competency in applying biomedical and electronics principles in a hospital environment or an equivalent combination of work experience and education.
• Knowledge in electronic circuitry
• Knowledge in electronics troubleshooting
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and illustrated parts drawing of biomedical instrumentation
• Maintenance skills in electronics, mechanical or electromechanical device repair
• Ability to read color codes on wiring and electronic components
• A working knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology
• Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral communications
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, clinical and medical staff, and the general public
• A working knowledge of e-mail, database management, spreadsheet, and word processor applications
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary
• Ability to function in a sterile environment if necessary
• Ability to keep accurate records
• Work requires a background in electronics.
• High School Diploma Required
• Willing to assist at other UCSF Campuses

Preferred Qualifications

• CBET
• Associates Degree in Electronics or Biomedical Equipment Technology
• Experience with Radiology Equipment

About Us

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html