Biomedical Technician
In-House Technician, Omaha
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for inspecting, calibrating, testing, and repairing medical equipment. The technician is an employee of Bio-Electronics and will be housed primarily within Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, as well as part time at the Lincoln Campus.
Responsibilities:
(The successful candidate will demonstrate experience and abilities as follows):
BMET works under general supervision to independently perform a variety of journey-level work including coordinating all aspects of medical equipment scheduled maintenance, inspection, safety testing, repairs, parts sourcing, and new equipment installations
Accurately documents all equipment maintenance activities in the company CMMS database platform, and closely communicates with the clinical departments at each delay, repair milestone, or completion
Research and order parts to perform repairs and maintenance
Provides technical in-service and support to facility staff in proper operation of patient care equipment
Utilizes knowledge of manufacturers’ manuals to troubleshoot, diagnose and solve system equipment malfunctions to repair and calibrate in accordance with technical requirements
Maintains test calibration equipment
Maintains an excellent rapport with fellow co-workers, hospital staff, and vendors
Participates in a rotating on-call schedule
Complies with all established company policies and procedures, modeled to meet The Joint Commission, DNV, and CMS regulatory compliance standards to ensure patient safety
Performs other duties as assigned.
Must be a U.S. resident.
Required Experience:
H.S. Diploma or equivalent required
Technical Certification, or associate degree in Electronics or Biomedical Electronics/Engineering preferred
CBET or similar credential preferred
Minimum of two (2) years full time experience in the medical equipment service field required
About Us:
Bio-Electronics is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA), providing medical equipment service to hospitals and health care facilities in Nebraska, Wyoming, Kansas, Colorado, South Dakota, and Iowa. Our staff of highly qualified technicians service more than 250 hospitals and clinics each year.
Since 1976, Bio-Electronics has been a leader in its field by meeting the demand for expert yet cost-effective maintenance services for advanced medical equipment. Bio-Electronics provides preventative maintenance, repair, and equipment management of medical equipment to health care facilities.
Benefits:
By joining Bio-Electronics, you become one of a spirited and dynamic team that is driven to succeed. The Bio-Electronics offers an outstanding salary and benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance; life, short and long-term disability; vacation, sick and personal leave, and paid holidays; health spending accounts; and a 401 (k) Salary Deferral plan with employer match and contributions and pension plan. The position also receives a fitness center reimbursement, educational assistance for continuing education.
Salary:
Commensurate with experience.
Miscellaneous:
Physical Requirements: Walking, standing, and sitting for prolonged periods. Must have or obtain a valid driver’s license in the state of Nebraska.
Working Conditions: Primarily works in a well-lighted, well-ventilated, tobacco-free environment. Individuals must be able to lift items that weigh 50 pounds or more, occasionally for more than 1/3 of the workday. The position may require time away from home outside normal working hours.
Position reports to: Regional Service Manager
Position Classification:
FLSA: Non-exempt
This position description has been developed to enhance the communication of job and job performance expectations between the employee and supervisor. It should not be considered a contractual agreement. The information contained in the position description is designed to best reflect the duties and characteristics of the job. This information will be reviewed on a regular basis for modification or change. This review may be initiated at any time by either the employee or management.