What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biomedical Technician, General position at St. Charles Health System?
Full-Time, Days
Pay range: $34.26 - $51.38
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
Job Description
TITLE: Biomedical Technician II
REPORTS TO POSITION: Biomedical Services Manager
DEPARTMENT: Biomedical Services
DATE LAST REVIEWED: January 22, 2021
OUR VISION: Creating America’s healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Biomedical Services team at St. Charles Health System (SCHS) provides a safe, comfortable healing environment for our patients, visitors and caregivers by maintaining all medical devices in accordance with regulatory and manufacturer requirements.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Biomedical Technician II performs service and inspection of most medical devices for SCHS and its account customers. They function as a team resource for most devices serviced and performs skilled work on most devices and systems. This position does not directly manage other caregivers.
Essential Functions And Duties
Accurately documents all repairs and inspection results.
Attends service schools and training seminars as requested by the manager.
Works closely with other team members to perform service and inspections of all medical devices for SCHS and its account customers which may require overnight travel.
Possesses an intermediate level of expertise and is capable of assisting less experienced technicians.
Able to learn from others on the job. Can teach basic skills to Level I technicians.
Demonstrates familiarity with the operations and environment that they support such as hospital, clinic, etc.
Performs a variety of tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, calibration and repair of biomedical equipment with minimal supervision.
Coordinates Biomedical Services vendor activities within SCHS when needed.
Works directly with Vendors to ensure contract requirements including PHI Security measures are met.
Offers clinical support for the end users of medical devices.
Demonstrates strong knowledge and ability with the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and assists the department with accurate, timely record keeping.
Participates in mandatory standby.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
Education
Required: Associates degree in Biomedical Technology or equivalent education.
Preferred: Ongoing service training.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required: N/A
Preferred: AAMI CBET/CRES certification.
Experience
Required: Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working as a Biomedical Technician in a hospital or medical manufacturer environment.
Preferred: Additional experience working as a Biomedical Technician in a hospital or medical manufactured environment.
Pay range: $34.26 - $51.38
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
Job Description
TITLE: Biomedical Technician II
REPORTS TO POSITION: Biomedical Services Manager
DEPARTMENT: Biomedical Services
DATE LAST REVIEWED: January 22, 2021
OUR VISION: Creating America’s healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Biomedical Services team at St. Charles Health System (SCHS) provides a safe, comfortable healing environment for our patients, visitors and caregivers by maintaining all medical devices in accordance with regulatory and manufacturer requirements.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Biomedical Technician II performs service and inspection of most medical devices for SCHS and its account customers. They function as a team resource for most devices serviced and performs skilled work on most devices and systems. This position does not directly manage other caregivers.
Essential Functions And Duties
Accurately documents all repairs and inspection results.
Attends service schools and training seminars as requested by the manager.
Works closely with other team members to perform service and inspections of all medical devices for SCHS and its account customers which may require overnight travel.
Possesses an intermediate level of expertise and is capable of assisting less experienced technicians.
Able to learn from others on the job. Can teach basic skills to Level I technicians.
Demonstrates familiarity with the operations and environment that they support such as hospital, clinic, etc.
Performs a variety of tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, calibration and repair of biomedical equipment with minimal supervision.
Coordinates Biomedical Services vendor activities within SCHS when needed.
Works directly with Vendors to ensure contract requirements including PHI Security measures are met.
Offers clinical support for the end users of medical devices.
Demonstrates strong knowledge and ability with the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and assists the department with accurate, timely record keeping.
Participates in mandatory standby.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
Education
Required: Associates degree in Biomedical Technology or equivalent education.
Preferred: Ongoing service training.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required: N/A
Preferred: AAMI CBET/CRES certification.
Experience
Required: Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working as a Biomedical Technician in a hospital or medical manufacturer environment.
Preferred: Additional experience working as a Biomedical Technician in a hospital or medical manufactured environment.
Salary : $34 - $51