THCE Imaging Equipment Technician

THCE Imaging Equipment Technician

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Full time

Day Shift

POSITION

PURPOSE:

Working within assigned areas, performs ongoing Planned Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) of diagnostic and therapeutic imaging equipment used throughout the healthcare facility. Assists in the planning and installation of diagnostic and therapeutic imaging equipment.

• Knows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the mission, vision and core values of Trinity Health and the Ministry Organization in leadership behaviors, practices and decisions.
• Meets target objectives and standards for timeliness and quality of Planned Maintenance (PM) schedules and repairs of assigned clinical equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for Preventive Maintenance (PM) and repair of clinical equipment as assigned by Clinical Engineering (CE) Manager. Resolves sensitive or complex problems with supervision.
• Orders parts and supplies, within established departmental guidelines, that are required for the emergency service and repair of radiological and general medical equipment. Makes recommendations regarding imaging test equipment and spare equipment parts to the CE Manager.
• Responsible for coordinating repairs with vendors and users when needed, including follow up paperwork and verification that issues are resolved.
• Attends training sessions on equipment maintenance in order to keep up-to-date on technological and medical equipment advances. Conducts in-service or coordinates training to radiology clinical/professional staff on proper use and safety of radiology equipment. Also provides assistance and training to Biomedical Equipment Techs I and II as assigned.
• Provides on-call service coverage after normal business hours on a rotating basis, as assigned.
• Maintains high level of customer satisfaction as demonstrated by the results of customer satisfaction surveys.
• Participates in teamwork by:
  Keeping others informed, initiating group decision‑making, working to accomplish team objectives and projects, seeking feedback about one’s effectiveness as a team member.
• Assumes minor extra duties, including work normally assigned to Biomedical Equipment Technicians.
• May perform duties as Lead Biomedical Equipment Technician or other duties as assigned or required by the CE Manager.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws/regulations; the Trinity Health Integrity and Compliance Program and Code of Conduct; as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.

• Minimum of Associate of Applied Sciences Degree in related field of medical electronics, electronic technology, imaging service technology or equivalent related military training and experience. Certified Radiology Equipment Service (CRES) preferred but not required.
• One to two years of equivalent experience performing corrective and planned maintenance on diagnostic x‑ray, ultrasound and other equipment including but not limited to Mobile, Carms, Radiology Rooms, Dental units, Simulators, Film Processors, laser Camera, CRs, Alternators, 1st Look Nuclear Cameras, etc. Related experience operating complex testing equipment, including but not limited high Voltage Bleeder or Dynalyzer, Densitometer, Non‑Invasive KVp meter, etc.
• Must have a basic understanding of radiation physics, medical terminology, medical instrumentation, anatomy, physiology, imaging service techniques, 21 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations).
• Must have knowledge and understanding of OSHA, NFPA, The Joint Commission, EOC, FDA and other specific regulations and standards pertaining to clinical and radiology equipment service and repair.
• Maintain up‑to‑date understanding of The Joint Commission, and NFPA standards as well as state and federal regulations.
• Working knowledge and ability to use basic hand tools and the test equipment specific to imaging and biomedical modalities.
• Ability to analyze and interpret information provided by clinical staff and equipment to determine…