Biomedical Technician I

TRIMEDX; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TRIMEDX in Winchester, Virginia is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician I to provide clinical equipment services. This role involves performing validations, maintenance, and repairs of biomedical equipment while adhering to company values. Candidates should have a technical degree or equivalent experience along with relevant skills in computer troubleshooting and customer relations. A driver's license and possible travel are required. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required; variable travel requirements depending on primary site that may require use of personal vehicle.
• 3 months experience working with biomedical equipment in a clinical engineering environment preferred.
• Travel may be required based on customer or business needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform performance assurance inspections on general biomedical equipment.
• Repair, install, and calibrate general biomedical equipment.
• Maintain biomedical expertise through ongoing training and education.
• Build and maintain customer relationships.

Skills

Complex computer skills including error codes interpretation

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to integrate information from various sources

Education

2-year degree in a technical/electronics field or equivalent experience

Job description

Summary

Biomedical Equipment Technician I (BMET I) provides clinical equipment services under the close supervision of TriMedx management. Duties include, but are not limited to, validation and inspection of clinical equipment for completeness, mechanical and electrical safety, and proper operation. The individual also performs planned maintenance inspections, calibrations, and repairs of general biomedical equipment, assists other technicians in troubleshooting and major repair of complex equipment, and demonstrates adherence to TriMedx core values in all professional interactions by showing respect to all people, creating real value, initiating meaningful change, and exhibiting integrity.

Responsibilities

• Technical Service – 40%
  • Perform performance assurance (PA) inspections, scheduled maintenance, electrical safety inspections (ESI), and operation verification procedures (OVP) on general biomedical equipment
  • Repair, install, and calibrate general biomedical equipment
  • Inform supervisors of the status of repairs, scheduled inspections, unusual equipment situations, and any customer concerns
  • Work with, direct, and document the activities of subcontractors, vendors, and outside service technicians to ensure proper service delivery
  • Maintain biomedical expertise through ongoing training and education
  • Assist with Service Operations Special Projects as assigned
• Regulatory Compliance – 25%
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include the inventory, performance assurance (PA) schedules, nomenclature, and service history
  • Adhere to the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP), including all regulatory agency compliances and other applicable policies and procedures
  • Ensure all service and documentation is complete, timely, and accurate
• Account Relationship Management – 25%
  • Build and maintain customer relationships
  • Discuss equipment status and functionality with clinicians
  • Adhere to the Mission, Vision, and Values of the organization(s) served
  • Provide a positive representation of TriMedx services by integrating the core values into job performance
• Inventory – 10%
  • Perform periodic inspections of current inventory status
  • Verify the completion of security analysis for new customer equipment
  • Perform incoming inspections (II) to maintain a complete and accurate inventory of medical devices, including trial and evaluation, rental, and loaner equipment in addition to permanently assigned equipment inventory
  • Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include inventory, performance assurance (PA) schedules, nomenclature, and service history
  • Make recommendations regarding inventory
  • All other duties as assigned

Skills And Experience

• Complex computer skills including the ability to interpret error codes, defragment hard drives, replace power supplies, and interpret computer codes required
• Ability to integrate information from a variety of sources
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license required; variable travel requirements depending on primary site that may require use of personal vehicle

Education And Qualifications

• 2‑year degree in a technical/electronics field or equivalent experience required. This requirement will be waived if the applicant has received the TRIMEDX Trained Certification or completed an equivalent biomedical related certification program
• 3 months experience working with biomedical equipment in a clinical engineering environment preferred
• Travel may be required based on customer or business needs

We embrace people’s differences which include age, race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, education, genetics, veteran status, disability, religion, beliefs, opinions and life experiences.

TRIMEDX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug-Free Workplace.

Because we are committed to providing a safe and productive work environment, TRIMEDX is a drug‑free workplace. Accordingly, Associates are prohibited from engaging in the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of any controlled substance or marijuana, or otherwise being under the influence thereof, on all TRIMEDX and Customer property or during working/on‑call hours.