Sr Biomed Electronic Spec-U

Overview

The Sr Biomed Electronic Specialist will inspect, repair, maintain, and calibrate all types of basic clinical equipment, devices, system, and instruments. Interact on a routine basis with other clinical health providers in the identification of technology-based problems and solution development. A Sr. BMET Specialist represents the highest level of technical expertise and possesses the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the full range of clinical inventory devices, instrumentation, and systems. This role will possess a substantial background of knowledge and experience with specific sophisticated training in Surgery or Dialysis. The Sr. BMET Specialist is expected to give to: initiatives regarding improvement and development of policy and procedures; technical guidance in the selection and installation of medical equipment and systems; and staff development and mentorship.

This position is 80hrs per pay period and is benefit eligible! Here is a link to more information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/local70university

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

Collaborates and displays effective communication.

• Communicates timely and accurately with customers on work completed, equip. status (waiting for parts, loaner coming in, etc) and potential alternatives for emergencies.

• Follows through on projects to meet set deadlines.

• Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.

• Maintains good personal relationships with fellow workers, nursing, professional, clinical, and medical staff, and general public.

• Completes repairs within 24 hours (when parts are available) or 5 days (if parts are ordered).

• Communicates updates and status of issues with Manager.

• Practice courtesy and professionalism in all phone and interpersonal conversations

Performs scheduled & unscheduled maintenance on clinical & non-clinical equipment.

• Responds to emergency equipment failures as requested by hospital departments

• Routinely provides after-hours on-call duty.

• Identifies and documents parts/supplies vital to maintain equipment

• Expedites shipment of equipment & parts to/from hospital for repair/replacement to ensure equipment downtime is kept to a reasonable minimum.

• Proficiently performs troubleshooting & repair on equipment

• Competently 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 vital information for accurate database inventory entries.

• Coordinates/monitors work performed by outside contractors & tracks progress

• Provides technical assistance and instruction to hospital staff on equipment operations and maintenance.

• Performs/adds to special projects as assigned timely & keeps all parties advised as to progress

Creates and maintains a safe, clean and organized workplace.

• Identifies and participates with training of staff when operator errors are noted.

• Use proper Personal Protective Equipment and proper infection control precautions when vital

• Immediately reports any unsafe condition and repairs and conducts safety practices and universal precautions in all work and assigned tasks

• Knows how to and when to use I Care.

• Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of SMDA.

• Maintains test equipment and keeps work areas clean

Acts as Role Model in Performing duties

• Maintains professional appearance and demeanor commensurate with company and hospital standards, policies, and procedures.

• Consistently meets all departmental and organizational performance indicator standards.

• Performs all tasks in strict adherence to the departmental Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP).

• Maintains accurate and thorough documentation and record keeping in a timely manner.

• Opens and closes work orders accurately and within required time.

• Consistently reports to work and all scheduled appointments on time.

• Follows through with assignments to completion

• Takes ownership for assignments

• Recognizes work that needs to be done, works with Manager to reach resolution

• Demonstrates an ability to prioritize work load.

• As assigned, provides front-line mentoring and training to junior technicians.

• Participates in development of and conducts OJT sessions as assigned.

• As needed, represent department in committees and special projects.

Leads Resources

• Uses supplies and equipment cost optimally.

• Efficiently using available resources (tools, computer,etc).

• Assists in researching resources for parts and services and initiate ordering parts and supplies

• Schedules and handles third party activities as needed

• Works in a manner to achieve all budgetary objectives

• Demonstrates initiative and concern for planning, time utilization, and cost containment.

Maintains and enhances personal growth and knowledge.

• Maintains technical skills through in-services, self-study, and ongoing training (minimum of 80 hours).

• Documents all educational opportunities and provides certificates as required.

• Maintains sophisticated training in Surgery or Dialysis

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 year Associates Degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent experience

• Significant factory-level training of clinical equipment including specialized training in Dialysis or Surgery.

• 4 years of Biomedical experience in a healthcare environment with sophisticated training in Surgery (anesthesia) or Dialysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 year Associates Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology

• Bachelor degree in Biomedical Engineering with supervised internship

• 4-10 years experience within a healthcare setting with direct responsibility for the maintenance and repair of a broad range of clinical devices.

• Completion of manufacture, trade, or other formal training on the maintenance and repair of a broad range of equipment related to the clinical inventory in the Fairview facility.

• Military experience within a specialty associated with Biomedical equipment repair.

• CBET Certification.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong understanding of standard computer applications (i.e., Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

• First-hand familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements and processes for Joint Commission, OSHA, NFPA, and other relevant agencies (i.e., NEC, FDA, CAP, etc.)

• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays if needed.

• Ability to multitask

• A valid driver's license