Biomedical Technician I

Thomas-Jefferson-University-; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia seeks a Biomedical Equipment Technician to perform preventive maintenance, QA inspections, installation, testing, calibration and repair on biomedical and clinical data/network systems across multiple locations. You will manage work orders, source parts, train staff, and collaborate with outside service providers while visiting multiple sites as needed.

A high school diploma is required; an associate degree in electronics or biomedical engineering is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Knowledge of electronic and test equipment and QA procedures.
• Ability to use work order tracking systems and service documentation.

Responsibilities

• Completes PM workload to maintain high PM compliance.
• Evaluates repairs and sources parts to maximize uptime.
• Performs repairs on defective equipment and tests functionality.
• Provides in-service training and monitors external service providers.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Calibration

Documentation

Team collaboration

Work order systems

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics

Biomedical Engineering

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Vendor service documentation

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition1Job DetailsProvides a basic level of equipment and/or departmental service and support. Performs preventive maintenance, quality assurance inspections, installation, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, repair, and general maintenance on biomedical, clinical data/network systems, and related technologies.Job DescriptionSummaryProvides a basic level of equipment and/or departmental service and support. Performs preventive maintenance, quality assurance inspections, installation, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, repair, and general maintenance on biomedical, clinical data/network systems, and related technologies.Job DutiesCompletes the preventive maintenance (PM) workload for assigned equipment to achieve a consistently high level of PM compliance over time.Performs database management functions with regard to maintaining accurate device control records and entering complete and accurate scheduled and non-scheduled work-order data.Evaluates the extent/source of repairs on malfunctioning equipment and determines the course of action needed to cost-effectively maximize equipment uptime.Identifies and obtains parts, supplies, and other technical resource materials required to service, maintain, test, and repair equipment at the lowest possible cost.Performs repairs on defective or malfunctioning equipment.Provides in-service training to other clinical engineering service technicians.Assists with, evaluates, and monitors the work performed by outside service providers.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GEDKnowledge 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 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)Preferred QualificationsAssociate’s Degree Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields.DL - 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 Address5501 Old York Road, 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.