Biomedical Equipment Technician

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Services various equipment and apparatus including but not limited to patient monitors, electrocardiographs, blood gas analyzers, x-ray units, defibrillators, electrosurgical units, anesthesia apparatus, pacemakers, blood pressure transducers, spirometers, sterilizers, diathermy equipment and other related technical paraphernalia.
• Safety tests various equipment to ensure patient and staff safety from electrical or mechanical hazards.
• Consults with medical or research staff to ascertain that equipment functions properly and safely.
• Demonstrates proficiency in entering, completing, retrieving information regarding work orders, assets, PM schedules, and other functions and applications of the CMMS database as pertains to daily operation of the department.
• Modifies or develops instruments or devices, under supervision of medical or engineering staff.
• Works collectively with salesperson or service technician or equipment manufacturers or their representatives to assure proper operation of equipment.
• Completes daily work orders and other tasks as assigned with minimal supervision.
• Acts as a resource for partners.
• Participates in managing inventories and operational budget, taking emergency call and helping with special events.
• May be required to work flexible hours, alternate shifts and weekends.
• May require travel with personal or company vehicle.
• May be assigned to any of Mercyhealth locations.

• Quality — Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment;
  Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details;
  Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Applies feedback to improve performance;
  Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
• Service — Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance;
  Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service;
  Meets commitments;
  Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement;
  Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners;
  Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
• Partnering — Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions;
  Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views;
  Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work;
  Gives and welcomes feedback;
  Generates suggestions for improving work:
  Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
• Cost — Conserves organization resources;
  Understands fiscal responsibility;
  Works within approved budget;
  Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Associate Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering / Electronics or related or related Military equivalent certifications or CBET Certification.

Minimum 1-3 years of experience in an environment that pertains to installing, maintaining and repairing medical, electronic and/or mechanical equipment.

• Certification as a Bio-Medical Technician by AAMI preferred.
• Maintain a valid driver's license.
• Have and maintain driving record per Mercy's HR-01 Fleet Safety policy.

• Passing the Driver's License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).
• Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
• Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.

• Ability to understand and apply knowledge in technical manual, interpretive/analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
• Good interpersonal/communication skills.
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System;
  Inventory software;
  Manufacturing software;
  Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Occupational Exposure:
Category C — No partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.

Non-Specific Task (N/A)

Partner may access patient care information needed to…