Overview
AgileRank is seeking a dedicated and skilled Biomedical Equipment Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge, experience with equipment repair, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of service in a healthcare environment. Additionally, this position requires a minimum of one-year experience with Networked Medical Devices.
Duties
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on various biomedical equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Assist in the training of staff on proper use and maintenance of biomedical equipment.
- Utilize schematics to troubleshoot and diagnose issues with medical devices.
- Calibrate equipment according to manufacturer specifications and regulatory standards.
- Maintain accurate records of service activities using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Provide field service support for medical devices, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborate with healthcare staff to understand equipment needs and address any concerns.
- Use hand tools effectively for repairs and maintenance tasks.
Qualifications
- A two-year Associate Degree or higher in an applied science or equivalent military training
- A minimum of three years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance Proven mechanical knowledge with experience in equipment repair, particularly in a biomedical or healthcare setting.
- Proven mechanical knowledge with experience in equipment repair, particularly in a biomedical or healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and its maintenance requirements is preferred.
- Strong understanding of schematics and ability to read technical drawings.
- Experience with CMMS for tracking maintenance activities is advantageous.
- Proficient in using hand tools and diagnostic equipment for repairs.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with healthcare professionals.
- BMET Certification a plus but not required.
Additional Qualifications
- Minimum of one-year specialized experience in medical device networking.
- Current and advanced knowledge of computer virus protection software, available software patches and upgrades, information security tools, electronics, computers and network theory.
- Demonstrated competency in utilizing and maintaining computer and server based medical equipment, medical record databases, and proprietary and generic software; experience with TCP/IP, HL7, networking, network security and DICOM standards; experience maintaining, interfacing and troubleshooting networked medical equipment to include VLAN configuration, IP addressing, sub-netting, and network security; ability to interpret, identify and apply network engineering principles and practices; and ability to distinguish networking problems from non-networking problems.
- Familiarity with the setup and application of network test equipment and tools.
- Understanding of regulatory agencies’ requirements, industry regulatory requirements and International Standard Organization standards.
- Prior experience with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is a plus.
Must be able to obtain a US Government clearance
If you are passionate about contributing to patient care through the maintenance of critical medical equipment, we encourage you to apply for this impactful role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Can you obtain a US Government Clearance?
- Do you have Proven mechanical knowledge with experience in equipment repair, particularly in a biomedical or healthcare setting?
- Are you familiar with the setup and application of network test equipment and tools?
Education:
Experience:
- Networked Medical Devices.: 1 year (Required)
- an applied science or equivalent military training: 2 years (Preferred)
- hospital or healthcare: 3 years (Required)
- performing medical equipment maintenance: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Ability to Relocate:
- Louisville, KY 40206: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
