What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biomedical Equipment Technician I position at Quest Diagnostics and Careers?
Biomedical Equipment Technician I - Houston, TX, Tuesday to Saturday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Responsible for the repair and maintenance of laboratory equipment and documentation of equipment service activities. Also responsible for the installation and testing of new equipment. Trains lab personnel on the proper use of instruments.
Pay range: $20.90 per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30 hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- and so much more!
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
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- Performs preventative maintenance, repairs and calibrations of laboratory equipment.
- Maintains documentation of service performed in accordance with requirements outlined by licensing and accreditation agencies.
- Maintains a physical inventory of key equipment repair parts.
- Assists in preparing the location for new equipment, insuring that all necessary requirements for proper operation have been met, (e.g. water, cooling, electrical needs).
- Installs and tests new equipment to insure proper working condition.
- Assists in instructing laboratory personnel on the proper use of instruments.
- Assists in maintaining calibration equipment used on laboratory equipment.
- Assists in coordinating outside service requirements to insure timely repairs.
- Assists in monitoring work performed by outside service organizations.
Required Work Experience:
N/A
Preferred Work Experience:
N/A
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs and at times assist the Biomedical Engineers in moving equipment.
Knowledge:
N/A
Skills:
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Requires a logical thought process, accountability, physical dexterity, and the ability to clearly/effectively communicate with team members and lab personnel outside the department.
Education:
High School Diploma or GED
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