Clinical Engineering Tech II

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Clinical Engineering Technician II responsible for preventive maintenance, calibration, and repair of complex electronic patient care and clinical equipment in a hospital environment.

Under limited supervision, you will install, test, document, and coordinate third-party repairs, while educating staff on equipment use and upholding patient safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in Biomedical Equipment Technology or related field (military Biomedical Technology course or equivalent also acceptable).
• Minimum of three years of hospital experience installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing medical equipment, including physiologic monitoring.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with hospital staff at all levels.
• Knowledge of applicable trade areas and strong listening/organizational skills.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, repair, and calibration of complex patient care equipment, clinical laboratory equipment, computerized pneumatic conveying equipment, and basic radiographic equipment according to standards and manuals.
• Perform and document equipment inspections to meet Joint Commission requirements and departmental policies; identify safety hazards and document corrective actions.
• Respond to service requests, troubleshoot malfunctions, and complete repairs safely, promptly, and efficiently.
• Install, repair, and maintain complex diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, coordinating third-party repairs when needed.
• Maintain test equipment and tools in good working order.
• Communicate with nursing and medical staff regarding equipment operation to prevent failures.
• Evaluate new, rental, and demonstration equipment and provide recommendations for acquisition.
• Assist management with maintaining service records, electrical safety documentation, manuals, and statistics per regulatory requirements.
• Provide education on the use and operation of clinical equipment and respond to emergency codes as trained.
• Follow departmental procedures, uphold service and integrity standards, and protect confidential patient information.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Medical equipment knowledge

MS Office

Education

Associate degree or certificate in Biomedical Equipment Technology

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Clinical Engineering Technician II

Under limited supervision of the Clinical Engineering Supervisor and/or Department Manager, performs highly skilled repair and maintenance of complex electronic patient care, monitoring, and clinical engineering equipment. Responsibilities include installation, project management, calibration, and routine maintenance of medical electronic equipment.

Principal Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, repair, and calibration of complex patient care equipment, clinical laboratory equipment, computerized pneumatic conveying equipment, and basic radiographic equipment in accordance with departmental standards and manufacturer manuals.


• Perform and document equipment inspections in accordance with Joint Commission requirements and departmental policies. Identify potential equipment safety hazards and document corrective actions.


• Respond to service requests, troubleshoot malfunctions, and complete repairs safely, promptly, and efficiently.


• Install, repair, and maintain complex diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, including electronic and mechanical components. Coordinate third-party repairs when service needs exceed departmental expertise.


• Maintain test equipment and tools in good working order.


• Communicate with nursing, allied health, and medical staff regarding equipment operation to help prevent or minimize equipment failures.


• Evaluate new, rental, and demonstration equipment and provide recommendations regarding acquisition.


• Assist management with maintaining service records, electrical safety documentation, technical manuals, and related statistics in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.


• Provide education on the use and operation of clinical equipment and respond to emergency codes as trained and assigned.


• Follow departmental procedures, uphold service and integrity standards, and protect confidential and patient health information.


• Perform related duties as assigned.

Work Experience

Required Skills and Experience

• Associate degree or certificate in Biomedical Equipment Technology or a related field, or completion of a Military Biomedical Technology Course or equivalent technical program.


• Minimum of three years of experience installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing medical equipment in a hospital setting, including two years of physiological monitoring maintenance experience.


• Highly effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to communicate with hospital staff at all levels, patients, and visitors.


• Knowledge of applicable trade areas.


• Strong listening and organizational skills.


• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office programs.


• Results-oriented approach, maturity, commitment to self-development, and integrity.


• Ability to combine information to form logical conclusions and apply general rules to specific problems.


• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.