Biomed Equipment Tech

Company: Beacon Health System
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: June 17, 2022

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARYReports to Manager, Clinical Engineering. Under general supervision performs repairs, preventive maintenance, quality assurance and calibration on a wide variety of biomedical equipment and associated electrical and mechanical systems, in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and other regulatory agencies such as AAMI and NFPA and other appropriate standards.MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALSMISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.JOB SPECIFICATIONSEducation and ExperienceThe knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of Some College or Vocational Training. A valid State issued Driver's License is required. A minimum of 2 to 5 years of job-related experience is required. The ideal candidate should have previous experience as a Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) performing repairs, PM, calibrations, safety checks, and documenting all tasks on medical equipment in a hospital setting.Knowledge & SkillsCompetent using common computer applications such as Windows, Microsoft Office applications, and some experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).A thorough understanding of electronic, electromagnetic, pneumatic and mechanical principles as they apply to clinical devices.Must possess the ability to trouble-shoot and solve problems in a clinical environment.Must be capable of utilizing sophisticated testing, metering and calibrating instruments and equipment.Required to have the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical persons.Working ConditionsStress due to working in critical situations with patients and/or equipment.Occasional danger or hazard from working near or with high voltage 40-80% of work time.Risks present from working in close proximity to radiation and infectious/hazardous materials.Physical DemandsFrequent lifting of devices weighing up to 80 pounds.Bending, stooping, walking or standing in order to maintain, repair and inspect devices.Work may require awkward or strained positions when lifting and handling devices.Location: Beacon Health System -- - Clinical EngineeringSchedule: Full-time, Day, Monday - Friday 7:00 - 3:30

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