Imaging Equipment Specialist

Job Summary

Working under the direct supervision of Healthcare Technology Management Leadership, the Imaging Equipment Specialist provides expert‑level experience in the repair, calibration, and maintenance of medical imaging equipment, instrumentation and support systems used in healthcare delivery. Additionally, the Specialist will execute professional‑level inventory assessment/audits and preventive maintenance of medical imaging equipment, providing remedial corrective maintenance and maintaining documentation of all service events, tests, and maintenance performed on imaging equipment.

All work is completed in accordance with Departmental and UT Southwestern policies and procedures as well as The Joint Commission requirements. Works under supervision of designated team lead and/or Supervisor.

The Specialist will perform the following duties:

• Repairs, installs, maintains, calibrates, and inspects complex medical imaging equipment, instrumentation, and systems. Assign routine repairs, inspections, and installations to team members and observe their performance.
• Performs preventive maintenance and electrical safety testing of clinical equipment, devices, and systems, and monitors completion of preventive maintenance activities performed by outside vendors.
• Prioritizes service calls and unscheduled maintenance or repairs while ensuring responses are within acceptable guidelines and time limits as required by the user department/unit.
• Reviews outcomes of preventive maintenance actions and makes recommendations to department staff concerning improvements.
• Instructs personnel in the safe use, application, testing, and preventive maintenance and repair of all types of imaging equipment technologies and systems.
• Recommends new equipment and testing procedures.
• Maintains accurate inventory, tracking both the addition and the deactivation of equipment.
• Utilizes Computerized Maintenance Management System to maintain required records and reports relative to regulatory compliance of biomedical equipment including but not limited to new equipment, inspections, and equipment repairs and failures.
• Coordinates and assists with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and third‑party repairs.
• Maintains professional growth and technical expertise and knowledge through seminars, conferences, and other educational forums.
• Provides technical assistance and instruction on equipment operation and maintenance to personnel.
• Demonstrates commitment to organizational values of excellence, compassion, teamwork, and innovation.
• Understands and complies with The Joint Commission and other applicable standards and regulations.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

• Associate’s Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Clinical or Electrical Engineering, or similar field, or applicable military training and experience.
• Minimum four years of experience in repair and maintenance of medical imaging equipment.
• Valid State of Texas driver’s license.
• CBET certification (Certified Biomedical Engineering Technician) upon hire (preferred).

• Excellent judgment, professionalism, leadership, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of electronic circuitry and technical aspects of the operation, repair, and maintenance of electronic equipment.
• Knowledge of the application of computers and servers and how they interface with medical equipment.
• Knowledge of networking theory.
• Knowledge of current regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology and medical terminology.
• Ability to analyze, repair, and test electronic and electromechanical equipment.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance inspections.
• Ability to run diagnostic programs.
• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and illustrated parts drawings of biomedical instrumentation.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of repairs, calibrations, and tests.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; push/pull equipment carts; kneel, stand, bend, and reach during repair.
• Skill in testing electronic equipment.
• Skill in manual dexterity, hand‑to‑eye coordination, and color vision.
• Ability to interact and communicate respectfully with…