THCE Biomedical Equipment Technician

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Will consider candidates for BMET I, II and Senior positions.

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. assigned by Clinical Engineering (CE) Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Knows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the mission, vision and core values of Trinity Health and the Ministry Organization in leadership behaviors, practices and decisions.

2. Performs PM procedures on multiple types of general and specialized clinical equipment using manufacturer’s recommendations, standards or code requirements, as well as industry acceptable processes as guidelines.

3. Performs services on specialized equipment in one or more of the following categories: anesthesia machines, sterilizers, ventilators, ultrasound, laser, laboratory analyzers, etc.

4. 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.

5. Notifies equipment users and Clinical Engineering Management of repair status and delays as necessary.

6. Interacts with clinical staff to understand and resolve operational problems in scheduling and completing PM procedures while minimizing interference to hospital departments.

7. Determines need for replacement parts and supplies, selects the most cost-effective source, and submits properly completed parts request using established policies and guidelines. Obtains Clinical Engineering Manager pre-approval if not selecting the lowest price source.

8. Completes corrective and planned maintenance work order documentation per policy.

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9. Supports medical device connectivity and Intermediate level network troubleshooting for connected equipment.

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10. Identifies and escalates potential patient safety risks associated with device malfunction.

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11. Collaborates with IT, clinical staff, and vendors to resolve equipment and integration issues.

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12. Participates in regulatory inspections and compliance audits as needed.

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13. Analyzes equipment issues and trends to improve reliability and performance

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14. Provides training to clinical staff on safe and effective use of equipment.

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15. 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.

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16. Continually improves processes by seeking ways to eliminate and reduce waste.

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17. Has authority (based on deprartment 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.

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18. Provide on-call service coverage per policy after normal business hours on a rotating basis, as assigned.

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19. Provides assistance and training to Bio-Medical Equipment Techs I and II as assigned by Clinical Engineering Manager.

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20. Performs other duties as assigned or requested by Lead Technician, Supervisor or the CE Manager.

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21. 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

Must meet at least one of the following criteria:

• •Associate Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Electronics Technology, or related field; or
• •Equivalent military technical training; or
• •Combination of education, technical training, and relevant BMET experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.

A CBET certification or progress toward a CRES, CHTM, or other relevant industry certification is preferred.

3. Five years' experience performing corrective and planned maintenance on medical devices and/or clinical equipment.

4. Specialized training by manufacturer or third-party equipment repair in such areas as

anesthesia machines, sterilizers, ultrasound, ventilators, laser, laboratory analyzers, etc.

5. Must have an advanced understanding of electronics, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

Advanced understanding of networking concepts and medical device cybersecurity principles.

7. Ability to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in specialty area.

8. Working knowledge and ability to use basic hand tools and test equipment specific to the field. Ability to train CE associates in the use and application of test equipment.

9. Must have knowledge and understanding of OSHA, NFPA, The Joint Commission, CAP, FDA, and other specific regulations and standards pertaining to clinical equipment service and repair.

10. 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.

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11. Must have intermediate understanding of personal computer operation, applications, and the ability to input data using keyboard. Technicians must be able to follow complex written instructions, perform tasks and document actions taken.

12. Ability to operate complex test equipment, analyze and interpret information provided by equipment and clinical staff to determine equipment operational condition.

13. Strong customer service and communications skills are required to interact with hospital personnel and vendors to achieve positive outcomes.

14. Maintain up to date understanding of The Joint Commission and NFPA standards as well as state and federal regulations.

15. 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

1. Must be physically able to balance, bend, climb, crawl, crouch, kneel, reach, sit, squat, stand, twist, and walk.

2. Possess ability to mentally concentrate while being subject to stress, interruptions and changing work priorities.

3. 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.

4. Must be able to hear speech, distinguish sounds, and speak.

5. Must have near vision, far vision, depth perception, and be able to distinguish colors.

6. Must have sensory ability to distinguish hot, cold, range of temperature, surfaces, fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and detect/distinguish odors.

7. 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.

8. Must be able to push or pull over 100 pounds frequently (20% of the time).

9. Maintains safe working environment for self, other associates, patients, visitors, and medical staff in accordance with applicable standards and procedures relevant to job duties.

10. Must be able to adapt to frequently changing work priorities.

11. Must be able to travel to the various Trinity Health, Ministry Organizations, subsidiaries, and