Radiology Service Engineer

RWJBarnabas Health; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 38,779 - 60,118; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading health care organization in New Jersey is seeking a Radiology Service Engineer to ensure that all medical equipment is operating safely and complies with manufacturer specifications. The ideal candidate will hold a minimum AAS degree in Biomedical Engineering or related field, with basic knowledge of hand tools, electricity, and effectiveness in collaborative environments. Compensation ranges between $28.15 to $43.64 per hour, and the role requires participation in preventive maintenance as well as on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Experience with biomedical equipment is preferred.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is important.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on medical equipment.
• Document all service requests and repairs in the biomedical equipment database.
• Participate in on-call duties after normal hours when required.

Skills

Basic knowledge of hand tools

Basic knowledge of electricity/electronics

Knowledge of basic electronic test equipment

Basic knowledge of types of medical equipment

Basic knowledge of electromechanical components

Education

Minimum AAS degree in Biomedical Engineering or Electronics Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Radiology Service Engineer

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Imaging Services

Req #: 0000217059

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $28.15- $43.64 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

The BMET I demonstrates confidence in using electronic test equipment to diagnose and service medical equipment. He/she will ensure all medical equipment meets manufacture specifications and is safe for patient care. They can assist clinical staff in the use of medical equipment, document all work performed and participate in Biomedical Engineering emergency on-call program.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum AAS degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent work/military experience in Biomedical Engineering.
• No experience to 3 years of hands on experience

Preferred:

• Basic knowledge of hand tools
• Basic knowledge of electricity/electronics
• Knows how to use MS Office and other computer applications
• Knowledge of basic electronic test equipment preferred
• Medical equipment manufacture certification preferred
• Eligible for AAMI/ICC certification preferred
• Basic knowledge of types of medical equipment and medical terminology
• Basic knowledge of electromechanical components

Scheduling

• Days to work- 8A-4P M-F, occassional Saturday
• Full-Time
• Working Location(s):New Brunswick, possible local travel to other RWJBH sites

Essential Functions:

• Conducts preventive maintenance inspections appropriate to level of job competence using appropriate productivity & quality measures.
• Completes monthly assigned tasks within the specified timeframe prioritizing inspections of high risk over low risk equipment.
• Recognizes unsafe conditions & notifies appropriate management team members to correct them.
• Works collaboratively with senior technical staff to creates & enter PM procedures following manufacturer guidelines.
• Effectively responds to service requests, competently troubleshoots & repairs medical equipment appropriate to job proficiency level using established productivity & quality measures, demonstrating good judgment on performing component vs. circuit board level repairs.
• Demonstrates the need to maintain an adequate level of parts on hand as applicable, to assist in keeping downtime to an absolute minimum.
• Timely and accurately documents all service requests and repairs in the biomedical equipment database.
• Inspects new devices & equipment with competence appropriate to job proficiency level. This includes judgment on safety, compliance with codes, standards & ability to learn about the function/performance of new devices with speed & comprehension.
• Secures all required device information for biomedical equipment database.
• Demonstrates the need to have current service and operator manuals on hand for proper servicing of all types of medical equipment.
• Assists Manager in maintaining and fulfilling the department/organizational regulatory requirements and goals.
• Complies with system, hospital and departmental policies and procedures and objectives.
• Reports witnessed violations that put patients, staff, department or facility in jeopardy to appropriate management personnel.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of shop safety including the use of electronic test equipment.
• Assists Manager with responding to/correcting medical equipment recalls/device alerts from manufactures and/or F.D.A.
• Participates in On Call duties after normal working hours. Must respond to a call within 15 minutes by telephone, and report to the facility within a maximum of one hour if required to be on site.
• Ability to give technical instruction to users over the phone minimizing equipment downtime while providing the continuum in patient care, and organizational cost effectiveness.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer