The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.
ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.
Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.
ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
- Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
- Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
- 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
- Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
- Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
- Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
- Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
- On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
- Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
- Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
- On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
- License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
- Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
- Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.
Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at [email protected].
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
Summary:
Under general supervision, installs, tests, repairs, calibrates and maintains medical equipment in healthcare and other facilities supported by Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium.
Responsibilities:
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I nstalls, tests, repairs, calibrates and maintains medical equipment supported by ANTHC. Investigates equipment failures. Performs troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose problems; identifies, locates, resolves and repairs equipment and devices. Investigates intermittent problems. Maintains accurate service records, and documents actions taken. Updates database of equipment identification, location, status, reliability and service documentation.
S chedules and performs preventive maintenance procedures. Inspects equipment for physical integrity and technical performance. Verifies power levels and functions are within licensed parameters. Research regulations, procedures, and technical reference materials. Modifies, upgrades and tests medical equipment; develops procedures as needed.
M aintains accurate records, and documents repair actions taken. Implements and monitors hazard alerts and recalls. Compiles, analyzes, and updates statistical information, reports and related documents. Develops and presents training classes; consults with users to define needs and suggests training solutions. Monitors parts inventory and usage trends and recommends procurement strategies and failure analysis.
C omplies with all ANTHC safety policies and procedures, Federal Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations. Reviews recurring technical issues and recommends solutions; provides insight and technical strategy for planning of equipment upgrades.
P erforms other duties as assigned.
B iomedical Equipment Technician II
M entors Biomedical Equipment Technician I colleagues.
P erforms the position responsibilities at a higher level with minimal supervision.
B iomedical Equipment Technician III
P erforms the position responsibilities at the highest level with minimal or no supervision.
A nalyze regulatory information and materials to assess their impact on the hospital environment; collaborate with affected departments to implement necessary changes.
A djust, calibrate, align, and modify medical equipment circuitry and components; record performance impacts, interpret test data, and troubleshoot equipment failures.
A ssist managers and directors with estimates, specifications, designs, and project support related to medical device projects; provide insight for equipment upgrades and planning.
V erify the functionality of newly installed equipment, ensuring system performance meets specifications; conduct preventive maintenance procedures and inspections for technical integrity and compliance with licensed parameters.
M entor BMET I and BMET II colleagues and assists department supervisor with organizing projects, including locating and remediating recalled devices.
M aintain, repair, and troubleshoot complex medical systems, including performing system integrations and addressing intermittent issues.
I mplement and monitor hazard alerts, recalls, and safety compliance; stay informed on regulatory issues and ensure adherence to FDA, NFPA, OSHA, and ANTHC safety policies.
Other information:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
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K nowledge of medical electronics equipment hardware and software systems and communications devices.
K nowledge of electronic equipment functions, repair procedures, codes and standards.
K nowledge of computer networks and telecommunications equipment infrastructure.
K nowledge of safety policies and procedures, and OSHA rules and regulations.
S kill in assessing, analyzing, identifying and implementing solutions to technical problems.
S kill in reading technical diagrams and manuals.
S kill in using the techniques, tools and test equipment for troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment.
S kill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
S kill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
C oordination of scheduling repairs with hospital department staff as well as the removal and replacement of medical equipment requiring external maintenance.
L iaise with equipment manufacturers and vendors for technical support and procurement of parts and services.
A bility to work independently.
B iomedical Equipment Technician II/III
A bility to demonstrate comprehensive understanding and communicate the use of devices supported, including clinical equipment, radiological, and network medical systems.
A bility to troubleshoot and repair medical equipment independently.
B iomedical Equipment Technician III
K nowledge of project management terms and methods.
K nowledge of local and national public safety and regulatory issues.
A bility to analyze and interpret test data.
A bility to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
M INIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
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A n associate’s degree in applied sciences, electronics, or similar discipline preferred. Progressively responsible professional/exempt work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education.
E xperience in Lieu of Education: One (1) year troubleshooting, repair, preventative Maintenance and calibration of electronic equipment in the Biomedical field or Two (2) years electronic repair experience.
B iomedical Equipment Technician II
E xperience in lieu of Education: Three (3) years troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance and calibration of electronic equipment in the Biomedical or related electronics field.
B iomedical Equipment Technician III
E xperience in Lieu of Education: Fine (5) years troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance and calibration of electronic equipment in the Biomedical or related electronics field.
M INIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION
B iomedical Equipment Technician I
N on-supervisory - One (1) year of work experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
B iomedical Equipment Technician II
N on-supervisory - Three (3) years of medical instrumentation repair and/or maintenance experience including at least two with specialized imaging equipment such as ultrasound, MR CT, or x-ray. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
B iomedical Equipment Technician III
N on-supervisory – Five (5) years of medical instrumentation repair and/or maintenance experience including at least two with specialized imaging equipment such as ultrasound, MR CT, or x-ray. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.
M INIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
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C ertified Associate in Biomedical Technology (CABT). All other certifications as required for specific work area.
P REFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
B iomedical Equipment Technician III Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Electronics.
P REFERRED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION
N /A
P REFERRED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
N /A
A DDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
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R equires occasional travel to remote locations by boat, snowmobile, ATV or small plane. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions.
A ccording to the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain additional specific technical certifications.
