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Biomedical Technician / Equipment Support Specialist - Level III
Blue Water Thinking - Montgomery, AL
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The Biomedical Equipment Technician / Equipment Support Specialist - Level III at Blue Water Thinking is responsible for ensuring the reliability, functionality, and safety of medical equipment at the VA. This role involves performing preventive and corrective maintenance, conducting inspections, and collaborating with IT and cybersecurity teams to maintain medical device security. The technician will also provide technical support and training to medical staff, ensuring high standards of patient care through the proper functioning of medical equipment.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on a diverse range of medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and extend equipment lifespan.
- Conduct corrective maintenance by diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in medical devices, adhering to manufacturer's guidelines and technical specifications.
- Carry out incoming inspections of new medical equipment to verify its compliance with safety standards, functionality, and accuracy.
- Collaborate with the IT and cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain medical device security protocols, ensuring patient data confidentiality and protection against cyber threats.
- Install, calibrate, and configure medical equipment, following manufacturer instructions and safety guidelines.
- Conduct electrical safety inspections to identify and address potential hazards associated with medical equipment operation, cords, and plugs.
- Monitor and address hazard and safety recalls related to medical equipment, coordinating with manufacturers and relevant departments for swift resolution.
- Perform software repairs and updates on medical devices to address software glitches, improve functionality, and ensure compatibility with other systems.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Provide technical support and training to medical staff on the proper operation and handling of medical equipment.
- Keep abreast of industry trends, advancements, and regulations related to biomedical equipment technology and integrate this knowledge into daily tasks.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and departments to ensure seamless equipment operations and contribute to the enhancement of patient care.
Requirements
- A two-year associate degree or higher in an applied science or equivalent military training.
- Demonstrated competency to perform operational verification procedures, planned maintenance, and repair service on various medical equipment.
- Understanding of regulatory agencies' requirements, industry regulatory requirements and International Standard Organization standards.
- Familiarity with the setup and application of test equipment.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical literature, schematics, and drawings.
- A minimum of five years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with Cerner electronic health record (EHR) systems and integration.
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
