Bio Med Equipment Tech

Seeking Full-Time Bio Med Equipment Tech. Will work Monday - Friday from 8:00a - 4:30p.

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

Provides safety checks, repairs, calibrations and preventative maintenance to life support and general patient care equipment, and numerous other Bio-Medical and non-Bio-Medical equipment.

• Demonstrates understanding of current recommended standards for electrical safety in the hospital environment.
• Submits clear and accurate documentation of electrical safety testing records.
• Ensures that all tested equipment operates per manufacturer’s specifications.
• Removes from service items which fail manufacturer’s criteria.
• Clearly and accurately documents test results and repairs and/or adjustments made during the completion of the Preventative Maintenance test.
• Diagnose in a timely manner whether equipment is actually defective.
• Makes necessary repairs to defective equipment in a timely manner.
• Notifies appropriate staff when there are delays in making repairs, or if repair cannot be made.
• Accurately completes work request and computer entry to document work in Equipment Management Program.
• Organizes work time to complete necessary preventative maintenance assignments for the month assigned.
• Responds to repair calls in a timely manner or informs department of delay.
• Maintains parts inventory in an orderly fashion and reasonable quantity.
• Stores tools and test equipment in their proper storage space.
• Maintains a clean, neat work area to avoid accidents.
• Performs job within the guidelines of all hospital-wide and department policies.
• Compile necessary information needed for operator in services.
• Ensures that operators are properly trained in the operation of equipment or that they receive proper operation training when required.
• Reads current standards and practices and journals on Bio-Medical equipment technology.
• Maintains an active membership in local or national Bio-Medical equipment technician’s societies.
• Attends meetings, seminars when it is appropriate to pursue additional education.

• Machines:
  Drill press, grinder and other such machines as needed.
• Tools:
  Various hand and power tools necessary to complete work assignments.
• Equipment:
  Electrical and pneumatic test equipment including but not limited to the following: oscilloscope, function generator, frequency counter/timer, digital voltmeter, power supply, digital logic probe, vacuum and pressure gauges. Safety and special medical test equipment including but not limited to the following: electrical safety analyzer, electrical surgical tester, defibrillator tester.

• AA degree in Biomedical Engineering Electronics Technology or Electronics, or certificate of completion of a technical program in Biomedical Technology or Electronics, or military education and training in Bio-Medical Electronics Technology required.
• Must have valid Maryland Drivers License and bring copy of driving record. Must pass DOT Physical.
• Five years experience in a hospital setting, with two years specialized training on one or more Bio-Medical device or systems required.
• Specialized training on one or more specific types of medical equipment or systems is desirable.
• Must have electronic and mechanical ability and be able to read and interpret service manuals and schematics.
• Must have the ability to use effective communication skills both written and oral in completing job assignments and/or paperwork.
• Must be able to follow both written and oral directives and comply with any hospital and departmental policy.

Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:
Performance of job does not require patient contact.

Medium Work – Lifting up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three…