biomedical technician

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These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

ASPIRUS ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL in Duluth, MN is seeking a BIOMEDICAL TECHNICIAN to join our BIOMED EQUIPMENT SERVICES team

Salary Range: $ $40.12 Hourly

Schedule/Hours: Primarily M- F, weekends as needed, DAY ONLY, 8 hours

Weekend Requirement: Generally No Weekends

FTE: FULL TIME, FTE

JOB SUMMARY

Performs safe and proper installation, maintenance, safety testing and repair of clinical and non-clinical equipment. Works with Biomedical Specialist on sophisticated, highly technical critical and/or complex equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduate of a Biomedical Electronic Technician program, military Biomedical Technician program or an Electronic Tech program.
• Experience: N/A
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: N/A
• Experience: Six (6) months or more performing similar work in a hospital setting.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Basic electronics; anatomy and medical terminology; troubleshooting; reading schematic drawings and blueprints; test equipment operation; ability to use a personal computer; knowledge of appropriate codes and regulations; hand tool operation; good interpersonal skills.

• READING - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• WRITING - Intermediate: Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, or procedures.
• SPEAKING - Basic: Ability to speak simple sentences.
• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Basic Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• REASONING ABILITY - Intermediate Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Moderate to heavy physical effort (lift/carry more than fifty (50) pounds); frequent prolonged standing/walking; pushes/pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies.

• Stand - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Walk - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Sit - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Reach with hands and arms - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Climb or balance - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)
• Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Bending-repetitive forward - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Talk or hear - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Taste or smell - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS

• Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Up to 25 pounds - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Up to 35 pounds - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
• Up to 50 pounds - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 – 5.5 hours)
• More than 50 pounds - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 – 5.5 hours)
• Fumes or airborne particles - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)
• Risk of electrical shock - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)
• Vibration - Occasionally Under 1/ hours)
• Typical Noise Level - Loud Noise (examples: manufacturing department, large earth-moving equipment)

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus St. Luke's in Duluth is a cornerstone of health care in northeastern Minnesota, offering a wide range of medical specialties and advanced care services. With a history dating back to 1881, this downtown Duluth hospital has grown into a comprehensive medical center with a strong commitment to patient-centered care. The facility features a 267-bed hospital, state-of-the-art surgical and imaging technology, and a nationally recognized heart and vascular center. As part of the broader Aspirus system, St. Luke's is also known for its excellence in orthopedics, cancer care, and women's and children's health. In addition to the main hospital campus, the Duluth area includes multiple primary and specialty care clinics that serve the Twin Ports and surrounding communities. Duluth, MN

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit

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