Biomedical Technician 1

University of Miami; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami/UHealth department of Clinical Engineering is seeking a Full Time Biomedical Technician 1 to support the maintenance, calibration, and repair of biomedical equipment in Miami, FL. The technician will work under supervision to install, test, and service medical devices in a hospital setting.

This entry-level position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience, certification or license.
• No prior experience required.
• Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes standard and specialized electronic test equipment and tools.
• Repairs, tests, and calibrates medical equipment according to OEM/AEM specifications and Joint Commission standards.
• Assist in enforcing recall and safety alert programs for medical devices and hazard investigations.
• Ensure compliance with patient safety goals and applicable requirements.
• Order replacement parts and supplies for servicing medical equipment.
• Prioritize workload and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation per policies and procedures.
• Adhere to University policies and safeguard assets.

Skills

Learning agility

Teamwork

Communication

Technical proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certification or license (relevant)

Job description

Biomedical Technician 1

The University of Miami/UHealth department of Clinical Engineering has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Biomedical Technician 1 to work in Miami, FL. The Biomedical Technician 1 performs a variety of routine tasks, including the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of biomedical equipment, under the supervision and guidance of a more experienced biomedical engineer.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Utilizes standard and specialized electronic test equipment and tools.
• Repairs, tests, and calibrates medical equipment according to OEM/AEM specifications in accordance with Joint Commission standards.
• Assist in enforcing recall and safety alert programs for medical devices, including medical device hazard investigations.
• Assures compliance with patient safety goals and applicable requirements.
• Orders replacement parts and supplies necessary for the servicing of medical equipment.
• Prioritizes workload effectively and completes all work assignments in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate documentation as required by current policies and procedures.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license
• No previous experience required
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff