BMET Specialist

Maintains and assists in management of medical equipment by installing, calibrating, repairing and inspecting medical equipment and solving the most complex technical problems in the field. Performs routine functions up to and including the diagnosis and repair of the most complex level of technical problems. Manages and documents evaluations and installations of medical equipment. Develops technical procedures and makes departmental improvements. Identifies and solves integrated technology system problems. Teaches clinical and technical staff basic repair, trouble-shooting and design. Is an expert and technical resource in two or more technical function(s).

Note: The terms medical equipment and medical device may be either or all of electronic, mechanical and computer-based technologies for use in clinical or research applications.

1.Following departmental Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) procedures, inspectsnewly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function and attaches and assignsappropriate control numbers and labels to clinical devices. Acquires the necessary informationfor accurate database inventory entry.

2.Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing. Performspreventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required. In cooperation with aclinical engineer develops and revises testing protocols.

3.Responds to equipment problems in clinical or research areas; evaluates, troubleshoots andcorrects problems up to and including those requiring novel solutions and expert diagnosticskills, involving unfamiliar equipment, and having the highest level of acuity and complexity.Consistently uses advanced electronics and/or integrated systems knowledge to troubleshootabove problems. Works with manufacturer to correct high level problems (e.g. design,ergonomic) and makes recommendations for improvement. Determines the need to removeand/or replace malfunctioning medical devices from service and implements accordingly.

4.Is a first line of resource for other technicians and helps to think through complex problems inan innovative manner. Performs repairs and calibrations with the highest degree of complexityor requiring expert diagnostic and repair skills.

5.Identifies and refers complex problems to a clinical engineer and develops and implements along-term solution in cooperation with the clinical engineer.

6. Participates in and may coordinate installations and updates of medical devices when required, including those requiring software revision. Provides technical feedback for device evaluations.

7. Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess operation of medical devices. Notes trends and develops and implements solutions, keeping the Teamleader informed, to address recurring problems. May assist other team members in doing the same.

8. Performs technical teaching on the use and operation of medical devices which includes: Instructing clinical, research, and technical staff and other support personnel on the operation, safe use, care and handling, and user maintenance procedures for clinical devices. Instructing department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, trouble-shooting and repair of medical equipment and basic design and theory of the same. Serves as a technical resource to the department.

9. Using a computer database, sets example in documentation of work performed in terms of quality, thoroughness, accuracy, and timeliness. Documents and maintains accurate and current inventory records of all replacement and repair parts.

10. Attends and satisfactorily completes advanced training courses on operating, testing, maintaining, and repairing medical devices. Disseminates this newly acquired knowledge to team members, department, and clinical users as appropriate. Consistently leverages this knowledge to improve our procedures and systems for managing and maintaining medical equipment.

14. May assign, direct, and inspect the tasks of BMETs and Sr. BMETs and coordinate implementation of projects.

15. Using data indicators, intuition, and/or other resources, identifies system, safety and quality problems, suggests and implements solutions, and leads change in department and on teams.

16. Under supervision of an engineer or department leadership, conducts investigations of clinical incidents involving medical equipment.

17. Serves on departmental and hospital committees.

17. Performs on-call function (schedule rotation) providing in-house repairs and assistance as needed.

18. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

1. AS in Biomedical Equipment Technology or equivalent level of education or experience.

2. Bachelor's degree in a technically-related field OR current Biomedical Engineering Technician certification (CBET).

3. Minimum of eight years experience in Biomedical Equipment Technology in a hospital setting.

4. Must have a very high level of competence in repair of mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic, and/or computer medical technology to sufficiently diagnose and repair devices and systems.

5. Sufficient technical points that demonstrate technical proficiency to the level that meets Master BMET standards.

EEO Statement

Brigham and Women's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.