Clinical Engineering Technician I - Liquid Profiling (1st Shift)

Caris Life Sciences; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Caris Life Sciences seeks a Clinical Engineering Technician to organize installation and maintenance of equipment in the clinical molecular lab. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, IQ/OQ/PQ, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in science and at least 1 year of equipment repair/troubleshooting experience, with strong communication and safety knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science field.
• 1 year experience in repair and/or troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrate clear ability to explain previous experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality control procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drafts preventative maintenance procedures and makes corrections/changes to existing procedures
• Attends training sessions on instrumentation to learn function, basic programming, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and recommends repair and spare parts.
• Is computer literate in basic operating systems and applicable software programs.
• Maintains and expands professional and personal skills.
• Expands knowledge of medical technologies.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other departments and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
• Participates in service training of new technicians concerning use and operation of laboratory equipment.
• Performs and/or coordinates vendor and contractor scheduling for equipment installation, repair, preventative maintenance and trainings
• Performs initial acceptance inspections on new equipment and completes all required paperwork.
• Performs modifications and upgrades on devices as directed by the manufacturer or department leader.
• Performs or coordinates Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualifications (PQ) and Function Verifications (FV) of equipment following installation, repair or preventative maintenance.
• Compiles, analyzes and submits data for review, according to equipment/procedure specific acceptance criteria, following an IQ, OQ, PQ or FV.
• Monitors and performs, or coordinates, departmental equipment cross correlations.
• Assists in ensuring department compliance of routine preventative maintenance tasks.
• Repairs and troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment, when appropriate.
• Maintains an accurate record of all work performed.
• Responds to emergency situations in clinical areas and provides support as required and requested.
• Interacts with staff whenever appropriate.
• Treats all patient information strictly confidential.
• Schedules and performs preventative maintenance inspections on instruments and completes all associated paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Is knowledgeable of applicable safety and electrical limits for health care equipment.
• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards.
• Support compliance to all applicable regulatory and standard requirements (CLIA, NYS, CAP, ISO, etc.).
• Accepts and performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in science field

Job description

At Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly word - a word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. That’s why we’re not just transforming cancer care - we’re changing lives. We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: "What would I do if this patient were my mom?" That question drives everything we do. But our mission doesn’t stop with cancer. We're pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare - driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose. Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.

Position Summary

The Clinical Engineering Technician is responsible for the organization of installation and maintenance of the equipment within the clinical molecular lab.

Job Responsibilities

• Drafts preventative maintenance procedures and makes corrections/changes to existing procedures
• Attends training sessions on instrumentation to learn function, basic programming, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and recommends repair and spare parts.
• Is computer literate in basic operating systems and applicable software programs.
• Maintains and expands professional and personal skills.
• Expands knowledge of medical technologies.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other departments and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
• Participates in service training of new technicians concerning use and operation of laboratory equipment.
• Performs and/or coordinates vendor and contractor scheduling for equipment installation, repair, preventative maintenance and trainings
• Performs initial acceptance inspections on new equipment and completes all required paperwork.
• Performs modifications and upgrades on devices as directed by the manufacturer or department leader.
• Performs or coordinates Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualifications (PQ) and Function Verifications (FV) of equipment following installation, repair or preventative maintenance.
• Compiles, analyzes and submits data for review, according to equipment/procedure specific acceptance criteria, following an IQ, OQ, PQ or FV.
• Monitors and performs, or coordinates, departmental equipment cross correlations.
• Assists in ensuring department compliance of routine preventative maintenance tasks.
• Repairs and troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment, when appropriate.
• Maintains an accurate record of all work performed.
• Responds to emergency situations in clinical areas and provides support as required and requested.
• Interacts with staff whenever appropriate.
• Treats all patient information strictly confidential.
• Schedules and performs preventative maintenance inspections on instruments and completes all associated paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Is knowledgeable of applicable safety and electrical limits for health care equipment.
• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards.
• Support compliance to all applicable regulatory and standard requirements (CLIA, NYS, CAP, ISO, etc.).
• Accepts and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science field.
• 1 year experience in repair and/or troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrate clear ability to explain previous experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality control procedures and regulations.

Physical Demands

• Must possess ability to sit, stand, and/or work at a computer for long periods of time.
• May have exposure to blood‑borne pathogens, extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and biohazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment.
• Visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.
• Ability to pass a visual color discrimination test.

Training

All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other 1st Shift Hours: 5:30am-4:00pm. This position may require periodic travel and some evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

Conditions of Employment

Individual must successfully complete pre‑employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Caris Life Sciences is a leading innovator in molecular science and artificial intelligence focused on fulfilling the promise of precision medicine through quality and innovation. Caris is committed to quality and excellence at our state-of-the‑art laboratories. Learn more about our tissue lab and the advanced technologies that are helping improve the lives of cancer patients.