Biomedical Imaging Specialist II

Thomas-Jefferson-University-; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia seeks an experienced Biomedical Equipment Technician to perform preventive maintenance, calibration, testing, and repairs on a range of biomedical and imaging systems. You will ensure regulatory compliance, document work, train staff, and support safety programs while visiting multiple locations as needed.

Candidates with an associate degree in electronics or biomedical engineering, or a high school diploma with extensive field experience, are

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, or related field or High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of progressive experience in medical imaging field.
• 2 years progressive experience in performing direct component level repair and maintenance on general and model-specific equipment in the medical imaging field.
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art electronic test equipment and QA procedures.

Responsibilities

• Completes PM workload to maintain high PM compliance over time.
• Performs safety checks, repairs, and installations of biomedical and communications equipment.
• Identifies supplies and materials to service equipment at lowest cost.
• Maintains technical literature, standards, and regulatory documentation.
• Provides training on biomedical equipment and electrical safety.
• Presents to peers on trends to keep staff updated.

Skills

Troubleshooting techniques

Preventive maintenance

Electrical safety

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree in Electronics

High School Diploma/GED + 5 years field experience

Tools

Work order tracking software

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition1Job DetailsProvides advanced levels of equipment and/or departmental service and support. Performs preventive maintenance, quality assurance inspections, installation, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, repair, and general maintenance on one or more categories of specialized biomedical, imaging equipment, clinical data/network systems, and related technologies.Job DescriptionSummaryProvides advanced levels of equipment and/or departmental service and support. Performs preventive maintenance, quality assurance inspections, installation, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, repair, and general maintenance on one or more categories of specialized biomedical, imaging equipment, clinical data/network systems, and related technologies.Job DutiesCompletes the preventive maintenance (PM) workload to achieve a consistently high level of PM compliance over time.Provides safety checks, repairs, and installations of biomedical and communications equipment. 15%Identifies and obtains supplies and other materials required to service, maintain, and repair equipment at the lowest possible cost.Establishes and maintains supporting technical literature such as manufacturer’s literature, references standards, specifications, and other documents necessary for supporting the biomedical program.Ensures that the biomedical equipment is in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and quality control standards.Makes effective presentations to small groups of peers to ensure staff remains up to date on new trends.Provides in-service and training on biomedical equipment and electrical safety.Minimum QualificationsAssociate’s Degree Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields orHigh School Diploma/GED along with 5 years of progressive experience in performing direct component-level repair and maintenance on both general and model-specific equipment in the medical imaging field will be considered in lieu of degree.2 years progressive experience in performing direct component level repair and maintenance on both general and model-specific equipment in the medical imaging field.Knowledge of state-of-the-art electronic and test equipment, quality assurance procedures, and preventive maintenance procedures.Knowledge of source, use, and applications of alternative parts providers as related to electronic or electromechanical equipment.Knowledge of advanced troubleshooting techniques.Knowledge of computer software-based work order tracking systems.Ability to use vendor-supplied service documentation, technical manuals, and general electronics industry parts specification materials in order to test, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair assigned equipment and related systems.Ability to work well in a team environment and to be self motivated and self disciplined.Effectively deals with multiple and changing priorities.Must be able to visit multiple business locations. (Dependent on employment location)Additional Qualifications:Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s Degree Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields orAssociate’s Degree Attendance at five or more equipment-specific training courses related to the equipment-specific specialty area of expertise (extensive hands on experience may be considered equivalent to specific training courses).5 years progressive experience in performing direct component level repair and maintenance on both general and model-specific equipment in the medical imaging field.CRES - Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist - Association for the Advancement of Medical InstrumentationDL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon HirePhysical DemandsLift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Work ShiftWorkday Day (United States of America)Worker Sub TypeRegularEmployee EntityThomas Jefferson UniversityPrimary Location Address132 S 10th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.BenefitsJefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.