THCE Senior Biomedical Equipment Technician

IHA; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Illinois is seeking a skilled Biomedical Equipment Technician to perform preventive maintenance, safety testing, calibration, and repairs on general and specialized medical equipment including anesthesia machines, sterilizers and ventilators.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, documenting results, coordinating with clinical staff, and ordering parts. The role may include leadership duties and on-call coverage as part of a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in medical electronics, electronic technology or equivalent; CBET/CLET preferred.
• Five or more years of experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on medical devices and clinical equipment.
• Specialized training in anesthesia machines, sterilizers, ultrasound, ventilators, laser, laboratory analyzers, etc.

Responsibilities

• Performs PM procedures on multiple types of clinical equipment.
• Diagnoses problems using electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and other methods and documents results.
• Notifies users and CE management of repair status and delays.
• Interacts with clinical staff to resolve operational problems while minimizing downtime.
• Orders parts and supplies per policy; completes work orders per policy.
• Provides training and may serve as Lead Biomedical Equipment Technician as assigned.
• Supports on-call service coverage after hours on a rotating basis.

Skills

Medical equipment maintenance

Electrical/electronic troubleshooting

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate degree in medical electronics or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Test equipment

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Description

POSITION PURPOSE

Within assigned service area, provides Planned Maintenance (PM), safety testing, repairs, calibration, installation, routine and emergency service, to general and specialized diagnostic, therapeutic, and support medical equipment, such as anesthesia machines, sterilizers, ventilators, ultrasound, laser, laboratory, etc., as assigned by 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 manufacturer’s recommendations, standards or code requirements, as well as industry acceptable processes as guidelines.
• Performs services on specialized equipment in one or more of the following categories: anesthesia machines, sterilizers, ventilators, ultrasound, laser, laboratory analyzers, etc.
• Performs corrective maintenance procedures including diagnosing problems using thermodynamic, electronic/electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or other sciences and documents results of activities performed to comply with all regulatory and standard 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 per policy.
• 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.
• 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 radiological and general medical equipment. Recommends test equipment and spare equipment parts to the CE Manager or Lead Technician.
• Provide on-call service coverage after normal business hours on a rotating basis.
• Provides assistance and training to Bio-Medical Equipment Techs I and II as assigned by Clinical Engineering Manager.
• May be assigned duties as Lead Bio-Medical Equipment Technician, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested by the 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. CBET or CLET certification preferred.
• Five or more years experience or equivalent performing corrective and planned maintenance on medical devices and/or clinical equipment.
• Specialized training by manufacturer or third party equipment repair in such areas
  • anesthesia machines
  • sterilizers
  • ultrasound
  • ventilators
  • laser
  • laboratory analyzers
  • etc.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in specialty area.
• 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, 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.
• 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 the 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.

Compensation

Pay Range: $37.06-55.60 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits

www.trinity-health.org/sites/default/files/my-benefits/Health-and-Wellbeing/Compliance/Illinois-Transparency-Law/Trinity-Health-Summary-of-Benefits-Illinois-Job-Req-Discloser-Law.pdf

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.