THCE Biomedical Equipment Technician

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is seeking a skilled Biomedical Equipment Technician to perform preventive maintenance, safety testing and repair of general diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment in a hospital setting. The role reports to the Clinical Engineering Manager and requires careful adherence to regulatory standards.

You will work with clinical staff to resolve operational issues, maintain documentation, and participate in on-call coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical electronics or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of experience performing maintenance on medical equipment.
• Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, Joint Commission, FDA regulations.
• Ability to train others and follow complex written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform PM procedures on general and specialized medical equipment.
• Diagnose problems and document results to compliance standards.
• Order parts and supplies and manage service documentation.
• Provide on-call service coverage as assigned.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to minimize disruption during maintenance.

Skills

Medical electronics knowledge

Troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in medical electronics

Tools

Test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Will consider candidates for BMET I, II and Senior roles.

POSITION PURPOSE

Provides Planned Maintenance (PM), safety testing, repairs, calibration, installation, routine and emergency service to general diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment, as assigned by the Clinical Engineering (CE) Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Knows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the mission, vision and core values of Trinity Health and the Ministry Organization in leadership behaviors, practices and decisions.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and industry standards.
• Complies with Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects ethical and professional integrity.
• Performs PM procedures on multiple types of general and specialized clinical equipment.
• Performs PM procedures using manufacturers' recommendations, standards or code requirements, as well as industry acceptable processes as guidelines.
• Performs Corrective Maintenance (CM) procedures including diagnosing problems using thermodynamic, electronic/electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or other related sciences and documents results of activities performed to comply with all regulatory and standards requirements.
• Notifies equipment users and Clinical Engineering Management of repair status and delays as necessary.
• Interacts with clinical staff to understand and resolve operational problems in scheduling and completing PM procedures while minimizing interference to hospital departments.
• Determines need for replacement parts and supplies, selects the most cost effective source, and submits properly completed parts request using established policies and guidelines.
• Completes corrective and planned maintenance work order documentation.
• Promotes teamwork by keeping others informed, participating effectively in group decision making, works to accomplish team objectives and projects, and solicits feedback about one's effectiveness as a team member.
• Continually improves processes by seeking ways to eliminate and reduce waste.
• Has authority (based on department guidelines) to order parts and supplies required for emergency service or repair of medical equipment.
• Recommends test equipment and spare equipment parts to the CE Manager or Lead Technician.
• Provides on-call service coverage after normal business hours on a rotating basis, as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested by CE Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of an Associates of Applied Sciences Degree in related field of medical electronics, electronic technology or equivalent military related training required.
• One to two-years experience or equivalent, performing corrective and planned maintenance on medical equipment per policy.
• Must have a basic understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Working knowledge and ability to use basic hand tools and test equipment specific to the field.
• Ability to train CE associates on use and application of select test equipment.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of OSHA, NFPA, The Joint Commission, EOC, FDA and other specific regulations and standards pertaining to clinical equipment service and repair.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Trinity Health, Ministry Organizations, and Clinical Engineering.
• Must have basic understanding of personal computer operation, applications, and ability to input data using keyboard.
• Technician must be able to follow complex written instructions, perform tasks and document actions taken.
• Ability to operate complex test equipment, analyze and interpret information provided by equipment and clinical staff to determine equipment operational condition.
• Strong customer service and communications skills are required to interact with hospital personnel and vendors to achieve positive outcomes.
• Ability to provide or coordinate in-service training to clinical/professional staff on medical device basic operational and safety functions.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be physically able to balance, bend, climb, crawl, crouch, kneel, reach, sit, squat, stand, twist, and walk. Possess ability to mentally concentrate while being subject to stress, interruptions and changing work priorities. Must be able to work and follow OSHA guidelines while in a hazardous environment(s) such as electrocution potentials, mechanical energies, bloodborne/airborne pathogens, dust and inclement weather, marked changes in temperature and/or humidity, radiation, fumes/vapors, sharp instruments/tools, hazardous liquids, and operating devices. Must be able to hear speech, distinguish sounds, and speak. Must have near vision, far vision, depth perception, and be able to distinguish colors. Must have sensory ability to distinguish hot, cold, range of temperature, surfaces, fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and detect/distinguish odors. Must be able to carry or lift up to 50 pounds routinely (50% of the time) and on occasion (5% of the time) up to 100 pounds. Must be able to push or pull over 100 pounds frequently (20% of the time). Maintains safe working environment for self, other associates, patients, visitors, and medical staff in accordance with applicable standards and procedures relevant to job duties.

Must be able to adapt to frequently changing work priorities. Must be able to travel to the various Trinity Health, Ministry Organizations, subsidiaries, and/or training facilities.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states.

Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.