Biomedical Tech (Non-Certified)

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC); Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Parental leave

Job summary

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) in Alaska is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician to perform installations, maintenance, and calibration of medical devices. You will troubleshoot complex equipment issues and coordinate repairs with vendors to minimize patient-care disruptions.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent training in biomedical tech or electronics, plus IT/networking know-how and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or commensurate training in biomedical tech or electronics.
• TIA A+ certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and calibrate assigned medical equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance per manufacturer recommendations and codes.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and coordinate repairs with vendors or users.
• Train staff on safe use of medical devices and systems.
• Maintain documentation and records for compliance and audits.
• Assist in on-call rotation and urgent service responses.
• Order parts to complete work orders and keep inventory.

Skills

Electronics knowledge

Troubleshooting

Medical device networks

Reading diagrams

Documentation

Education

Associates degree in biomedical technology or electronics

3 years IT experience with networking

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Maintenance software

Job description

Pay Range

$27.81 - $38.62 Perform routine inspections, calibrations, and preventive maintenance on medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with regulatory standards. Identify and troubleshoot technical issues with medical devices, collaborating with senior technicians or manufacturers to resolve problems efficiently. Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance activities. Assist in responding to equipment-related emergencies, providing timely support to minimize disruptions in patient care. Some regional travel and off-hours call required.

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 installations, regular maintenance, repairs and calibrations on assigned medical equipment to ensure their proper operation and function
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on medical electronic devices in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation, applicable codes, standards, and department policy
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions, communicate with users about status and plans for remediation and perform or coordinate necessary repairs
• Coordinate with vendors, users and/or other key stakeholders on installation and repair of medical equipment
• Assist in the evaluation of new equipment, accessories and supplies
• Inspect incoming equipment for compliance with codes, standards and manufacturer’s instructions
• Train medical and clinical staff on the safe and proper use of medical devices and systems.
• Ensure maintenance of documentation for assigned medical equipment, such as the manufacturers technical literature, reference standards, specifications and other documents necessary to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory and accrediting agencies
• Assist in development maintenance procedures for new medical equipment and maintain/repair that equipment.
• Write detailed documentation as part of administrative record keeping responsibilities of the department, such as work orders, maintenance history records, PM and safety inspection requests, and repair parts inventory; as well as any necessary reports to ensure accurate recording of activities for code and regulatory purposes
• Order necessary parts, devices, etc. to properly repair or complete assigned work orders
• Maintain friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients and co-workers and respond professionally to customer needs
• Participate in on-call rotation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

• Associates degree in biomedical technology or Electronics, equivalent military training or successful completion of a Developmental Biomedical Technician program or any combination of the above OR 3 years of IT experience and/or education with emphasis on electronic equipment troubleshooting and repair and understanding of networks and operating systems along with interest in training for biomedical equipment.
• TIA A plus certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Experience Required

• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training may be substituted for education.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of electronics equipment hardware and software systems and communications devices.
• Knowledge of electronic equipment functions, repair procedures, codes, and standards.
• Knowledge of computer networks and telecommunications equipment infrastructure.
• Experience in assessing, analyzing, identifying, and implementing solutions to technical problems.
• Experience reading technical diagrams and manuals.
• Experience in using the techniques, tools and test equipment for troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of electronic equipment.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move 50 lbs.

Required Certifications

Driver License - State of Alaska

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