Biomedical Tech

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC); Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) seeks a Biomedical Technician to maintain medical and non-medical equipment across Southeast Alaska facilities. You will diagnose faults on site, repair when possible, and propose alternative operation modes to keep life-saving gear available.

As new devices are added, you will upgrade your knowledge, develop maintenance procedures, train staff on safety, and travel frequently to remote clinics by small bush aircraft.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Biomedical Technology or Electronics OR equivalent military training OR successful completion of a Biomedical Technician program OR Bachelor’s Degree in engineering preferred and with certification obtainable within 6 months of hire.
• Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) by ICCBET.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under SEARHC policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on general biomedical equipment and other non-medical equipment as assigned.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on at least one of the following specialized equipment categories: Imaging, Laboratory, OR/Anesthesia, PACS System.
• Coordinate repairs and installation of medical equipment at SEARHC facilities.
• Installation of new medical and non-medical equipment and systems at SEARHC facilities.
• Pre-purchase analysis and evaluation of new medical equipment for the medical/dental staff.
• Training staff on electrical safety hazards and proper operation of medical equipment.

Skills

Analog electronics

Digital electronics

Medical equipment functions

Human physiology

Education

Biomedical technology / Electronics degree

CBET certification

Job description

Pay Range:

Pay Range:$34.15 - $47.93Maintain medical and non-medical equipment located at SEARHC and other designated facilities throughout Southeast Alaska

The position requires the technician to work on the highest priority life saving medical equipment in emergency situations at all locations. The technician must have the ability to confer with the care giver, diagnose the equipment problem, repair on site if possible and/or offer solutions such as different modes of equipment operation or alternative equipment available.

As equipment with new medical technologies is incorporated into the medical equipment inventory, the technician is required to upgrade his technical knowledge and skills to match that equipment. The position requires the technician to develop maintenance procedures for all new medical equipment and maintain/repair that equipment.

Must be able to walk extensively on uneven terrain or slippery surfaces, work while bending, stooping, or reaching, can lift up to 50 pounds, and safely work on equipment in unstable conditions.

SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on general biomedical equipment and other non- medical equipment as assigned.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on at least one of the following specialized equipment categories:
• Imaging
• Laboratory
• OR/Anesthesia
• PACS System
• Coordinate repairs and installation of medical equipment at SEARHC facilities.
• Installation of new medical and non-medical equipment and systems at SEARHC Facilities
• Pre-purchase analysis and evaluation of new medical equipment for the medical/dental staff
• Training staff on electrical safety hazards and proper operation of medical equipment

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

• Associates Degree in Biomedical Technology or Electronics OR Equivalent military training OR Successful completion of a Biomedical Technician program OR Bachelor’s Degree in engineering preferred and with a Bachelor Degree, certification requirement below can be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) by the International Commission for Clinical Engineering and Biomedical Technology
• Valid driver’s license and remain insurable under the SEARHC automobile insurance policy.

Experience Required

• Experience working as a Biomedical Technician in rural Alaska is preferred.

Knowledge of

• Analog and digital electronics
• Medical equipment functions
• Human physiology

Skills in

• Electronic and pneumatic diagnostic skills
• Inductive and deductive reasoning skills
• Mathematical skills

Ability to

• Effectively interact with individuals in a way which promotes customer satisfaction and teamwork.
• Quickly diagnose equipment failure as mechanical, electrical, electronic or operator failure.
• Travel frequently to remote clinics via small ‘bush” aircraft (no fear of flying).

Required Certifications