What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biomedical Engineering Team Lead position at Massachusetts General Hospital?

Summary Responsible for leading a team of biomedical technicians to maintain medical equipment and devices. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions Coordinates the day-to day operation of a team, including the scheduling of routine work, prioritization of work assignment, implementation of projects, and assessment of quality and quantity work. -Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing. -Performs preventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required. -In cooperation with a clinical engineer develops and revises testing protocols. -Responds to medical equipment problems in clinical or research areas; evaluates, troubleshoots and corrects problems up to and including those requiring novel solutions and expert diagnostic skills, involving unfamiliar equipment, and having the highest level of acuity and complexity. -Works with manufacturer to correct high level problems (e.g. design, ergonomic) and makes recommendations for improvement. -Determines the need to remove and/or replace malfunctioning medical devices from service and implements accordingly. -Acts as first line of resource for technician team members and helps to think through complex problems in an innovative manner. -Performs repairs and calibrations with the highest degree of complexity or requiring expert diagnostic and repair skills. -Identifies and refers complex problems to a clinical engineer and develops and implements a long-term solution in cooperation with the clinical engineer. -Participates in and may coordinate installations and updates of medical devices when required, including those requiring software revision. -Provides technical feedback for device evaluations. -Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess operation of medical devices. -Notes trends and develops and implements solutions to address recurring problems. -Assists other team members in doing the same. -Performs technical teaching on the use and operation of medical devices.

Education
Associate's Degree Biomedical Equipment Technology required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Biomedical Equipment Technology experience. 5-7 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- High level of competence in repair of mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic, and/or computer medical technology to sufficiently diagnose and repair devices and systems.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills to provide effective leadership for scheduling and technical operations coordination.
- Demonstrates a strong ability to perform advanced testing and troubleshooting of medical devices involving specialized test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
- Possesses a high level of understanding of electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles.
- Demonstrates a high degree of self-motivation and performs in a highly independent manner with minimal supervision.
- Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively, and ability to occasionally maneuver and lift heavy equipment.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

Apply for this job

Receive alerts for other Biomedical Engineering Team Lead job openings

Biomedical Engineering Team Lead

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biomedical Engineering Team Lead position at Massachusetts General Hospital?

What is the career path for a Biomedical Engineering Team Lead?

Job openings at Massachusetts General Hospital

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Biomedical Engineering Team Lead jobs in the Cambridge, MA area that may be a better fit.

We don't have any other Biomedical Engineering Team Lead jobs in the Cambridge, MA area right now.

AI Assistant is available now!