Biomed Equipment Technician

Position Title

Biomed Equipment Technician

Liberty Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest

Under moderate supervision the Biomedical Equipment Technician II will perform repair, calibration, preventive maintenance, inspection, and installation of a diverse range of diagnostic, therapeutic, and physiological monitoring equipment and systems used in direct patient care, including high risk and life support equipment.

By following policies, procedures, and standards, they will assure compliance of the equipment they are responsible for and also assume responsibility for risk and safety issues associated with the position. When necessary, the employee will participate in performance improvement activities. Utilizing resources efficiently and effectively is a primary function of the position. It is the responsibility of the employee to bring ideas/concerns to their supervisor and participate in department decision-making.

Responsibilities And Essential Job Functions

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
• Performs repair, calibration, preventive maintenance, inspection, and installation of a diverse range of diagnostic, therapeutic, and physiological monitoring equipment and systems used in direct patient care, including high risk and life support equipment.
• Diagnose and correct system and equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, illustrated parts drawings, and flow charts of biomedical instrumentation.
• Have basic knowledge of how to identify and troubleshoot Local Area Network, (LAN) components.
• Monitor completion of preventive maintenance activities performed by outside vendors and third-party vendors.
• Schedule and oversee vendor and third-party repairs as necessary.
• Review outcome of preventive maintenance actions and make recommendations to department staff concerning improvements.
• Maintain accurate inventory, tracking both the addition and deactivation of clinical equipment.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation on new equipment, inspections, and equipment repairs and failures.
• Understand and comply with Joint Commission and other applicable standards and regulations.
• Must have a valid drivers license in order to be able to provide service to all TUKHS Biomedical Engineering Department customers.
• Provide in-service educational programs to clinical staff as needed.
• Provide technical assistance and instruction on equipment operation to medical staff as needed.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• High School Graduate
• 2 or more years biomedical experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted)
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• Associates Degree Electronics/Biomedical Equipment Technology
  
  

Required Licensure And Certification

• Valid driver's license
  
  

Preferred Licensure And Certification

• Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) - Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)
  
  

Knowledge Requirements

• Familiarity with information technology and networks.
  
  

Time Type

Full time

Job Requisition ID

R-53443

Important Information For You To Know As You Apply

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.
• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
  
  

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