Biomedical Technician - Biomedical

Job Objective

The Biomedical Technician works independently overseeing the maintenance and inspection of all medical equipment.

• Tests and repairs biomedical equipment and ensures all new and repaired instruments are properly inspected before they are put into service
• Provides effective routine periodic inspections of equipment, preventive maintenance, and calibration of biomedical equipment
• Makes scheduled inspections and tests necessary to maintain conformance to code requirements and documents this activity
• Provides emergency service for biomedical equipment

• Maintains and updates the inventory of biomedical equipment
• Maintains a reasonable perpetual inventory of replacement parts and standby equipment to minimize delay in service
• Recommends the replacement and acquisition of test instruments and equipment

• Comprehensive knowledge of the practices and procedures, methods, tools, and materials used in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment
• Knowledge of types of medical equipment available and the supply procedures for acquisition

• Skilled in interpreting wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and service documentation
• Skilled in diagnosing and analyzing medical equipment
• Skilled in the use of test equipment, tools, and materials involved in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment

• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and organize
• Ability to read and write English and technical manuals at the equivalent of a high school graduate level

All AVH employees will effectively demonstrate these behaviors:

• Accountability
• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Compassion
• Effective Communication
• Teamwork
• Ethics & Values
• Integrity & Trust

• Completion of college level study in electrical engineering, biomedical engineering or electronic related field desired.

• 2 years minimum experience in hospital setting as a Biomedical/Clinical technician

• CBET desired

• Ability to adhere with AVH Leaves of Absence Policy
• Ability to adhere with AVH Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
• Ability to adhere with AVH Recording of Hours Worked Policy
• Ability to adhere to the department dress code
• Ability to organize work and establish priorities
• Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties
• Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards
• Conforms to AVH Standards of Excellence
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
• Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with coworkers, managers and other hospital staff
• Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVH
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information
• Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations
• Safely and effectively use all equipment necessary to carry out duties
• Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures
• Conforms with required and appropriate Joint Commission requirements
• Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines
• Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education
• Display a willingness to work as a team player
• Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times
• Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors

• Work performed in hospital environment requiring frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting and reaching.
• Work often in tight conditions
• Frequently lifting up to 25 lbs, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs
• Occasionally pushing/pulling 50 lbs and above
• Work from ladders
• Work around biohazard material

A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.