Biomedical Equipment Technician II

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Clinical Engineering Manager, the Biomedical Equipment Technician II is responsible for installations, repairs, regular maintenance and calibration of most classes of medical equipment at the component level. May offer guidance to Biomedical Equipment Tech I staff. May offer in-service and individual training for equipment users on subjects such as electrical safety, proper operation and care of the equipment.

Will monitor the work of outside vendors to ensure quality standards are met.

• Performs installations, regular maintenance, repairs, and calibrations on assigned medical equipment to ensure proper operation and function.
• Performs all assignments in a competent and timely manner according to current policies and procedures.
• Monitors service provided by outside vendors, and thus responsible for quality control of service provided.
• Establishes equipment baselines, performs inspections and evaluations, interprets test results and makes recommendations to solve performance deficiencies.
• Installs, repairs and calibrates most classes of medical equipment at a component level.
• Performs planned maintenance and electrical safety inspections as assigned.
• Uses diagnostic service software appropriate to the equipment being serviced.
• Assists in the evaluation of new equipment, accessories and supplies.
• Inspects incoming equipment for compliance with codes, standards, and manufacturers instructions.
• Works with new hires and cross-trains on systems and equipment to ensure proper operation of equipment and techniques for testing, calibrating, operating and troubleshooting biomedical systems and equipment.
• Establishes and maintains files of supporting literature for each piece of medical equipment, such as the manufacturers technical literature, reference standards, specifications and other documents necessary to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory agencies including TJC.
• Assists in writing detailed purchase specifications for new equipment.
• Accurately and legibly accounts for productive time using the departments computerized maintenance management systems.
• Assists with the administrative record keeping responsibilities of the department, such as work orders, maintenance history records, PM and safety inspections, repairs, reports, and repair parts inventory; as well as any necessary reports to ensure accurate recording of activities for code and regulatory purposes.
• Processes work requests and turns in completed work requests in a timely, results oriented and professional manner.
• With management approval uses the electronic system to order necessary parts, devices, etc. to properly repair or complete assigned work orders.
• Uses department hardware and software to electronically process and close work orders and PM assignments.
• Documents time and expenses in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensures proper care of equipment and tools issued for maximum safety and productivity and adheres to all personal safety requirements.
• Diligently maintains all tools and equipment in clean, safe, working order.
• May recommend new equipment or equipment upgrades and review possible new capital expenditures.
• Maintains adequate inventory of related parts to perform assigned duties.
• Maintains technical skills and required certifications to perform job duties.
• Adheres to all safety requirements and wears the proper Personal Protective Equipment required by the job.
• Responds to emergency situations to ensure employee, patient and facility safety.
• Champions overall safety in the department. Reports possible safety issues and recommends appropriate changes.
• Complies with OSHA, and other local, state, and federal regulations.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to the philosophy and values of Baylor Scott and White Health.
• Maintains friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients and co-workers. Responds professionally to customer needs.
• Cooperates and collaborates with the Scott & White leadership to champion and meet the strategic goals of Baylor Scott & White Health.
• Adheres to BSWH and the Support Service Departments policies and procedures including appropriate attire and grooming.
• Works to actively meet and exceed the performance improvement goals set by the department and or BSWH and all quality improvement targets.
• Willing to serve on departmental and/or BSWH committees or focus groups as requested and needed.
• May be asked to advise healthcare management on biomedical equipment and serve as a member of committees on Risk Management, Environment of Care, Safety, or other appropriate groups.
• Interacts in a friendly effective manner, builds relationships, and demonstrates a high level of cooperation and customer service.
• Communicates effectively with the Clinical Engineering manager and other Biomedical Equipment Technicians on a regular, formal and informal, basis to discuss possible concerns or problems with the Clinical Engineering department…