Respiratory Equipment and Air Gas Technician

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Summary: The Medical Gas Equipment Technician is responsible for all medical gas systems and related equipment throughout PMPH locations including Main Hospitals and off-site facilities (Monroe) the hospital. This includes oxygen, nitrous oxide, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and ensures they operate safely and in compliance with all applicable codes and standards. The technician works closely with clinical engineering, facilities management, and healthcare staff to minimize downtime and ensure uninterrupted delivery of medical gases critical to patient care. The role requires a thorough understanding of the technical specifications of medical gas delivery systems. Responsibilities: Handles and maintains medical gases including but not limited to Monitor cylinder gas inventory and ensure adequate supply and distribution to all departments and areas Work with supplier for ordering and maintaining par levels at assigned locations Maintain cylinder gas inventory levels by placing and processing orders for additional products Responsible for identifying low levels and notifying supplier Receive cylinder gas deliveries and deliver cylinders to use points within the service sites Change out gas cylinders at end user manifolds at the service sites Responsible for keeping the tank supply area neat and organized Maintains manifold room gas systems assuring adequate pressures and gas levels. Monitors these levels daily. Safely maintains inventory of medical gas cylinders and the proper functioning of regulators Ensures adequate supply and distribution to all other departments and locations Monitors locations (PMPH and off-site locations) of storage to ensure they meet current standards for storage of compressed cylinder. Will also work with unit Leadership to assure that all appropriate compliances are within standards. Participates in entity and department wide initiatives for patient /employee safety. Demonstrates an awareness of patient/ employee safety when carrying out daily responsibilities of their position. Collaborates with the Clinical staff to identify their medical gas/tank needs and appropriately meets these needs.Note: The Medical Gas Equipment Technician will not be responsible for physically connecting any products in liquid or gaseous form to any device containing any human samples. Responsible for keeping the departmental equipment area neat and organized and floor equipment areas stocked and organized. Collaborates with the Respiratory staff to identify their equipment needs and appropriately meets these needs. Credentials: Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required) Driver's License (Required) Education or Equivalent Experience: H.S. Diploma/GED (Required) Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience: •Or GED •Medical gas or equipment experience. We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Salary Range: $22.01 - $35.08/Hourly As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education. Click here for information on UPHS's Benefits. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.