THCE Lead Biomedical Equipment Technician

IHA; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Waterbury area seeks an experienced Clinical Equipment Technician to support planning, development, and implementation of the medical equipment management program. Responsibilities include PM and corrective maintenance for diagnostic and therapeutic devices, data reporting, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure service quality.

The role requires a AS degree in medical electronics or related field, 5+ years of device maintenance, and strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field; CBET/CLET/CRES preferred.
• Five+ years in corrective/planned maintenance on medical devices.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, FDA regulations for clinical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform PM and corrective maintenance on diagnostic and therapeutic equipment.
• Prepare reports on program effectiveness and operating costs.
• Coordinate maintenance with clinical staff to minimize disruption.
• Provide on-call service after hours as assigned.
• Train Bio-Medical Equipment Technicians as needed.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and safety policies.

Skills

Customer service

Complex test equipment operation

Train CE associates

Regulatory knowledge (OSHA/NFPA/FDA)

Documentation & reporting

Education

Associate of Applied Sciences in medical electronics / related field

Tools

Test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Description

POSITION PURPOSE Assists Clinical Engineering Manager in planning, developing, and implementing the medical equipment management program utilizing an equipment life cycle approach. Coordinates planned and corrective maintenance of diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment used throughout the hospital. Ensures continuous improvement in quality, operational cost effectiveness, customer satisfaction and resource utilization. Supports and fosters team building within the local and corporate clinical engineering team. As needed, provides Planned Maintenance (PM) safety testing, repairs, calibration, installation, routine and emergency service, to general and various specialized diagnostic, therapeutic, and support medical equipment, such as anesthesia machines, sterilizers, ventilators, ultrasound, laser, laboratory, etc., 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.
• Completes corrective and planned maintenance work order documentation.
• Analyzes and prepares reports on program effectiveness and operating cost.
• Assists in implementing the medical equipment management program utilizing an equipment life cycle approach. Meets target objectives and standards for program timeliness and quality.
• Promotes teamwork by keeping others informed, participating effectively in group decision making, while working to accomplish team objectives and projects, and by soliciting feedback about one's effectiveness as a team member and leader.
• Performs PM procedures on multiple types of general and specialized clinical equipment.
• Monitors CE Department PM completion rates during each monthly scheduled cycle and reports results to Clinical Engineering Manager.
• Performs corrective maintenance procedures including diagnosing problems using, thermodynamic, electronic/electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or other sciences and document results of activities performed to comply with all regulatory and standard requirements.
• Performs PM procedures using manufactures' recommendations, standards or code requirements, as well as industry acceptable processes and guidelines.
• Notifies equipment users and CE Manager of repair status or delays as necessary.
• Interacts with clinical staff to understand and resolve operational problems in scheduling and completing PM procedures while minimizing interference to the 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.
• Participates in various hospital committees as assigned, such as laser safety, risk management, and safety/EOC committees as assigned by CE Manager.
• 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. Recommend test equipment and spare equipment parts to the CE Manager.
• Provide on-call service coverage after normal business hours on a rotating basis as assigned.
• Provide assistance and training to all Bio-Medical Equipment Techs as assigned.
• Functions as Clinical Engineering representative in the absence of the CE Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested by CE Manager.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws/regulations; the Trinity Health Integrity and Compliance Program and Code of Conduct; as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associates of Applied Sciences Degree in related field of medical electronics, electronic technology or equivalent military related training required. CBET, CLET, or CRES certification preferred.
• Five or more years experience or equivalent performing corrective and planned maintenance on medical devices and/or clinical support equipment.
• 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 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 repairs.
• 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.
• Ability to operate complex test equipment, analyze and interpret information provided by equipment and clinical staff to determine equipment operational condition.
• 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.
• Strong customer service and communications skills are required to interact with hospital personnel and vendors to achieve positive outcomes.
• Maintain up to date understanding of The Joint Commission and NFPA standards as well as state and federal regulations.
• Ability to provide or coordinate in-service training to clinical/professional staff on medical device operations 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.