Portable Equipment (PEMS) Technician

Entegra; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Training & advancement

Benefits package

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Portable Equipment (PEMS) Technician at UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS CLEVELAND MEDICAL CENTER to ensure availability, maintenance, and compliant operation of portable medical devices across the facility.

In this full-time role you will partner with nursing teams to set par levels for devices such as beds, infusion pumps, pillow speakers and wound vacs; perform inspections per IFUs; conduct daily rounds; manage CMMS inventory; and document equipment transportation and vendor PMD

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience working in hospital inpatient areas, cleaning and transporting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with nursing teams to establish par levels and meet requirements for portable medical devices such as beds, infusion pumps, pillow speakers, and wound vacs.
• Inspect and clean all devices per manufacturer guidelines and IFUs to ensure safety and compliance.
• Execute daily rounds to monitor equipment needs of patients and maintain equipment logs as required.
• Manage inventory activities and PMD compliance using Sodexo CMMS software.
• Prepare documentation on transported equipment, inventory updates, operator checks, and vendor PMD compliance.
• Attend scheduled shifts on time with regularity.
• Other duties may be assigned and vary by account and client requirements.

Skills

Par level planning

Device inspection

Log maintenance

CMMS knowledge

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Portable Equipment (PEMS) Technician

Location:

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS CLEVELAND MEDICAL CENTER - 15610058

Workdays/shifts:

Weekdays – morning and afternoon/evening shifts. More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type:

Full-time

Pay Range:

$17.00 - $22.74

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

As a Portable Equipment (PEMS) Technician at Sodexo, you will ensure the availability, maintenance, and compliance of specialized medical devices. You will play a key role in supporting patient care across healthcare facilities by working closely with clinical staff to meet equipment needs efficiently and safely.

• Partner with nursing teams to establish par levels and meet requirements for portable medical devices, such as beds, infusion pumps, pillow speakers, and wound vacuum‑assisted closure devices (wound vacs).
• Inspect and clean all devices in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines, utilizing Instructions for Use (IFUs) and operator manuals to ensure safety and compliance.
• Execute daily rounds to monitor and meet the specialized equipment needs of patients. Maintaining equipment logs as required.
• Manage specialized inventory activities, such as portable medical device (PMD) compliance, using Sodexo’s proprietary computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software.
• Prepare documentation on transported equipment, inventory updates (e.g. location, cleaned), conducted operator performance checks, or validated service vendor PMD compliance.
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity.
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

What You Bring:

• High School diploma or GED
• Experience working in hospital inpatient areas, cleaning and transporting of equipment.
• Additional Requirements:

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What We Offer:

• Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.
• Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career
• Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more.
• In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site‑specific benefits, including free "shift" meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking.

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Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process.

Who we are:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.