Medical Equipment Planner
VOC Associates - Remote/Hybrid - May reside anywhere in contiguous United States
Salary Range: $60,000 - $125,000
Position Summary
The Medical Equipment Planner is responsible for generating and maintaining the medical equipment lists for healthcare construction projects at facilities across the United States. The build-outs may be operating rooms, clinic spaces, inpatient units, dental laboratories, central sterilization facilities, labs, radiology suites, and varying other areas. This position will utilize 4-Tower and/or Attainia on a daily basis to enter information, research, generate reports, and budget medical equipment. Thus, it is mandatory that all candidates are comfortable using and working in 4-Tower and Attainia. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, making recommendations to reduce equipment costs, perform medical equipment inventories & assessments, discuss workflows with department staff, creating detailed notes and historical data, coordinate placement of equipment in CAD and Revit drawings, and recommend accessories & possible replacements for existing equipment standards. The Medical Equipment Planner will work closely with VOC’s Implementation Team, Revit Manager, Owners, Architects, Engineers, and Construction Teams.
The successful candidate for this position is someone who can work independently and is proactive in their thinking. The ideal candidate has healthcare and/or construction experience that can be applied to real-world projects with tight budgets and deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor. Proficiency in 4-Tower and Attainia is required. Proficiency in Revit/BIM is preferred.
About VOC Associates
Our mission is to save healthcare clients time, pain, and money. We are thinking about these objectives in every aspect of our business, every day. We work with healthcare systems and architects across the country and have a great time doing that. Our core values not only define who we are, but guide us in every interaction, every day. We are accountable, adaptable, attentive, enthusiastic, honest, and proactive. This company is incorporated in Ohio but has staff across the country.
Objectives
- Development of medical equipment budget with input from Owner.
- Guide clients through the build of their equipment lists with input from Clinical Engineering, IT, vendors, and other support services.
- Meet with multiple departments to review their workflows and equipment needs. These meetings may be onsite or via web meeting. Must be able to effectively lead a meeting in both settings.
- Physical assessment of existing equipment with photo documentation, measurements, and determination of ability to reuse equipment.
- Creation and maintenance of multiple Attainia projects.
- Collaboration with Revit & CAD team for placement of equipment in construction drawings. This includes working with multiple vendors to integrate their drawings into the equipment drawing set.
- Clear communication with team members.
- Coordinate and update information with Design and/or Construction Teams.
- Proactive - able to anticipate arising needs and take ownership of activities
- Resourceful - able to conduct thorough internet research projects.
- Highly organized and efficient.
- Detail and process-oriented.
- Works collaboratively with team members across service lines.
- Thorough attention to detail and ability to manage time without guidance.
- Self-starter with a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
- Comfortable working with diverse personalities and presenting in front of clients.
- Resolve straight-forward to moderately complex problems and issues, under general supervision.
- Desire to continually learn as the medical equipment industry is rapidly changing - must stay up-to-date on latest accessories, equipment, and technology.
Competencies
- Demonstration of ability to use and excel in Google Suite of products
- Ability to read construction drawings.
- Ability to maintain project equipment budget and effectively communicate when changes to the budget occur. Confidently suggest value-engineering solutions when the need arises.
- Ability to maintain client confidentiality and abide by all HIPAA regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Attainia, and Smartsheet.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally via email, telephone, and in-person with clients and team members.
- Ability to prioritize conflicting needs – can handle matters expeditiously, proactively, and follow through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
- Must be able to present seamless handoff of medical equipment drawings and reports to client and VOC Implementation Team.
- Must meet deadlines when submitting RFP Responses.
- Usage of Google Docs and Email on smartphone.
- Incorporation of VOC Associates’ Core Values into daily work.
Education & Experience
- AA or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 4+ years as a Medical Equipment Planner
- Experience with Google Suite and Smartsheet
- Proficiency with Attainia is required
Physical Requirements
- Periods of sitting in a desk and working on a computer
- Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time while doing equipment inventories
- Ability to travel via plane and/or car for work activities
Commitment to Diversity
As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, VOC Associates recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability, and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates and partners.
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $60,000 - 125,000, dependent on experience
Benefits:
- Flexible Scheduling
- Paid Time Off and (11) Paid Holidays
- Cell phone reimbursement of $80/month
- Access to Coursera, paid by Company
- 401K and Profit Sharing based on tenure
- Education reimbursement
- Company paid life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment with additional coverage options for Employee-Paid
- Health Insurance Reimbursement Account - to be negotiated within package for full or partial premium coverage
Physical Setting: Hybrid - home office and additional time spent on project sites
Schedule: Monday - Friday with some weekends and nights depending on the project
Supplemental Pay: Bonus Pay
Work Location:
- Work from home – approximately 60-70%
- Work at local client site – approximately 30-40%
- Potential overnight travel to remote client sites – approximately 15-20%, as needed
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Do you have proficiency in Revit/BIM?
Education:
Experience:
- Attainia and/or 4-Tower: 3 years (Required)
- Equipment Planning: 3 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lakewood, OH 44107
