BioMed Technician

Description

Education

High School graduate or equivalent required with some vocational or trade school courses preferred.

Must be able to follow simple written and oral directions.

Work Experience

One (1) year experience in building trade or maintenance mechanic required.

License/Certification

Biomedical equipment technician certification

JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES

Department Specific Specialty

Biomedical equipment testing

Maintenance of biomedical equipment

Biomedical inventory control

Use instruction of biomedical equipment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Approves new biomedical equipment by conducting tests; ensuring adherence to codes; making modifications.

Installs new biomedical equipment by establishing, adjusting, calibrating, and testing performance.

Maintains biomedical equipment by completing preventive maintenance schedules; conducting tests; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions; calling for special service; evaluating service contracts; maintaining equipment inventories.

Directs biomedical equipment operation by providing equipment operation demonstrations; instructing other healthcare staff in use and care of equipment; answering questions; providing information.

Evaluates proposed biomedical equipment by conducting tests and evaluations.

Improves biomedical equipment performance by studying machine-patient interaction; conferring with equipment users; developing modifications; collaborating with equipment manufacturers.

Maintains biomedical equipment supplies inventory by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.

Prepares biomedical reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.

Maintains patient confidence by keeping information confidential.

Maintains safe and healthy working environment by conducting safety tests; recommending and complying with procedures; training and guiding medical and healthcare personnel; complying with codes.

Updates job knowledge b participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications; maintain personal networks.

Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

OTHER DUTIES

Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required

Initiates duties outside of assignment, if appropriate, without neglect of assigned duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Inside and outside environment. Exposure to changes in temperatures.

Exposure to fumes and mechanical hazards.

Must be able to operate equipment routinely used in maintenance operations.

Job requires standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling and reaching.

Job requires the ability to lift and carry materials up to 150 lbs.

Prolonged periods of standing and walking

Must be able to see with corrective eye wear

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases

Able to handle emergency and/or crisis situations

May be required to wear protective equipment as necessary

Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching for patient care functions.

Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment.

Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests including random and reasonable suspicion drug screens.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

Activity

Occasionally (1-33%)

Frequently (34% to 66%)

Continuously (67% to 100%)

Sitting

X

Walking

X

Standing

X

Bending

X

Squatting

X

Climbing

X

Kneeling

X

Twisting

X

Lifting

X

Carrying

X

Pushing

X

I, (Print Name) have received a copy of this job description.

The following signature indicates that I have read and understand all aspects of the job description, and I assert that I am not aware of any reason that would prevent me from performing all job responsibilities under the conditions described. Further, my signature indicates that, upon accepting employment at HMC, I agree to perform the job duties as listed in this job description and all other duties as required.

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