Biomedical Equipment Technician III

St. Luke’s Health Network, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's Health Network, Inc. is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician II to repair and maintain clinical equipment, document service activities, and act as a subject matter expert. You will lead technical projects and provide in-service trainings while traveling to various locations as needed.

The role requires five years of BE technician experience, an associate degree in electronic technology, and strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Safety and regulatory compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Five years' experience as a Biomedical Equipment Technician II.
• Five unique device classes of formal training with certificate.
• Five projects as a Key Contributor / Lead Tech.
• Electronics fundamentals knowledge and anatomy/physiology understanding.

Responsibilities

• Provides repair & maintenance on assigned equipment to meet specs or AEM program.
• Documents all medical equipment service and maintenance accurately.
• Acts as consultant and SME in areas related to responsibilities.
• Performs project management duties for technical, clinical, and in-service support.
• Evaluates equipment failures to identify trends and problems.
• Assists with installation and de-installation of medical equipment.
• Provides on-call support, including travel to other sites.
• Maintains compliance with Joint Commission and regulatory agencies.
• Supervises and instructs biomedical staff in safe use and maintenance.

Skills

Biomedical equipment knowledge

Electrical theory

Mechanical knowledge

Project management

Valid driver's license

Education

Associate's degree in electronic technology

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides repair & maintenance services on assigned equipment to meet manufacturer specifications or in compliance with the AEM program.
• Accurately documents all medical equipment service & maintenance.
• Has an expert working level of knowledge in durable medical equipment and is willing to take first look at every modality.
• When assigned, participates in pre-purchase evaluation programs and acts as a consultant and subject matter expert in areas related to these responsibilities.
• Will be assigned to complete Project Management duties regarding technical, clinical & in-service consultation and support as needed.
• Performs evaluation of equipment failures to identify any trends, design and/or use problems.
• Assists with the installation and/or de-installation of medical equipment.
• Provides on-call support for assigned equipment, including traveling to other sites.
• Minimizes down time of assigned equipment & minimizes cost where able.
• Assist with the repair & maintenance of other non-assigned equipment.
• Understand and retain compliance with items related to the Joint Commission and other regulatory agencies.
• Performs assigned work safely adhering to established safety rules and practices.
• Reports any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury
• Completes mandatory safety training and e learning in a timely manner
• Supports the organization's disaster response efforts
• Provides technical consultation to other department personnel.
• Supervise and instruct biomedical and department personnel in the safe use, application, testing and preventative maintenance and repair of all types of clinical equipment.
• Provide operational leadership to any personnel or project assigned and potentially serve as a temporary manager in the absence of management team.
• If any service or other schools are attended, will provide an in-service to the department or other departments as required.
• Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.
• Demonstrates/models the Network's Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
• Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.
• Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes, and practices
• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.
• Demonstrates Safe work practices, aligning with good judgement and accepted best practices with regards to Safety and mitigating Risks.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Requires standing for up to eight hours a day or walking for up to four per day. Sitting for extended periods of time. Frequent fingering, handling, and twisting and turning in using hand tools or other situations. Lifting and carrying items weighting up to 60 pounds. Occasional pulling and pushing objects weighing greater than 300 pounds. Climbing vertical ladders up to 20 feet. Seeing as it relates to normal vision, and hearing as it relates to normal hearing. Sense of smell as it relates to distinguishing burning or other odors when working on equipment.

EDUCATION:

Associate's degree in electronic technology, technical school training, military specialized training, or appropriate years of experience. An equivalent combination of education and /or experience may be substituted.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Five years' experience as a Biomedical Equipment Technician II. Five unique device classes of formal training with certificate. Five projects as a Key Contributor / Lead Tech. Electronics fundamentals class. Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a valid driver's license and willing to drive to various Network locations. Extensive mechanical and electrical knowledge. Extensive knowledge of electronic theory, technology, and test equipment. Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, parts diagrams, and other technical information. Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology and Medical Terminology as it relates to clinical equipment. Knowledge of current regulatory requirements. Specialty knowledge attained through attendance of seminars, journal reading and maintaining communications with other service pro