Biomedical Technician II

Job Summary

Installs, calibrates, repairs, and inspects medical equipment and solves complex problems in the field.

Essential Functions

• Inspects newly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function and attaches and assigns appropriate control numbers and labels to medical devices.
• Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing. Performs preventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required. May provide information for the development of testing protocols.
• Responds to medical equipment problems in clinical areas or research areas; evaluates, troubleshoots and corrects problems.
• Performs equipment repairs of substantial difficulty to a level requiring generic test instrumentation or diagnostic software, e.g., to board or component level for electrical devices.
• Participates in medical equipment evaluations, installations, and upgrades, including software revision. Provides technical feedback for device evaluations.
• Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess operation of medical devices and systems. Notes trends and works with Team Leader to develop and implement solutions to address recurring problems.
• Instructs department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, trouble-shooting and repair of medical equipment.
• May inspect the tasks of BMETs and coordinate implementation of projects.

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Biomedical Technician required. Experience in lieu of a degree accepted. 2-3 years of experience as a biomedical equipment technician required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates and understands the importance of interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with team members and customers at all levels.
• Demonstrates broad ability to perform testing and troubleshooting of medical devices involving specialized and generic test equipment and software diagnostic tools.
• Possesses a high level of understanding of electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively, and ability to occasionally maneuver and lift heavy equipment.
• Ability to learn equipment maintenance, operating procedures, and repair procedures from training materials and courses.
• Ability to perform during routine, emergency, or other stressful situations.