Fairview Health Services Edina , MN 55424
Posted 3 weeks ago
Overview
The Biomedical Electronics Tech role will inspect, repair, maintain, and calibrate all types of basic clinical equipment, devices, systems, and instruments under supervision of the Manager and other more senior technicians. The role will interact on a routine basis with other clinical health providers in the identification of technology-based problems and solution development. The role will also participate in on-the-job training programs regarding technical, administrative, and customer service requirements.
This position will work 80 hours per pay period and benefit eligible! Some of the benefits we offer at Fairview include medical insurance - as low as $0, dental insurance - also a $0 option, PTO (up to 24 days per year starting), and 403B with up to a 6% employer match; click here to learn more!
When working at M Health Fairview, we want to support our employees growth, honor their strengths and give them the freedom to feel empowered to make a difference in the lives of others.
Responsibilities/Job Description
Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on clinical and non-clinical equipment
Responds to emergency equipment failures as requested by hospital departments
Assists with after-hours on-call duty
Identifies and documents parts/supplies necessary to maintain equipment
Expedites shipment of equipment & parts to/from hospital for repair/replacement to ensure equipment downtime is kept to a reasonable minimum
Performs troubleshooting and repair on equipment
Performs scheduled maintenance (Safety, Performance, etc.) prior to installation and in accordance to established schedules & appropriate protocols
Performs incoming inspections, attach and assign control numbers and labels, and acquires the necessary information for accurate database inventory entries
Coordinates/monitors work performed by outside contractors & tracks progress
Provides impromptu in-services to equipment users as requested. Presents information in an educational & understandable manner
Performs/contributes to special projects as assigned in a timely manner and keeps all parties informed as to progress
Maintains technical skills through in-services, self-study, and ongoing training
Collaborates and displays effective communication
Communicates timely and accurately with customers on work completed, equipment status (waiting for parts, loaner coming in, etc.) and potential alternatives for emergencies
Completes repairs within 24 hours (when parts are available) or 5 days (if parts are ordered)
Follows through on projects to meets set deadlines
Communicates updates and status of issues with Manager
Creates and maintains a safe, clean and organized workplace
Identifies and participates with training of staff when operator errors are noted
Performs all tasks in strict adherence to the departmental Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP)
Use proper Personal Protective Equipment as required
Immediately reports any unsafe condition and repairs if possible
Opens and closes work orders accurately and within required time
Uses proper infection control precautions when necessary
Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of SMDA
Maintains test equipment and keeps work areas clean
Maintains accurate and thorough documentation and record keeping in a timely manner
Conducts safety practices and universal precautions in all work and assigned tasks
Manages Resources
Uses supplies and equipment cost effectively
Demonstrates an ability to prioritize workload
Assists in ordering parts and supplies
Schedules and oversees third party activities as necessary
Works in a manner to achieve all budgetary objectives
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
2-year Associates Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology
Associates degree in Biomedical Equipment Maintenance with supervised internship
Military experience within specialty associated with biomedical equipment repair.
Supervised internship or creditable experience in the maintenance and repair of clinical equipment.
Fairview Health Services