Senior Biomedical Equipment Technician

Company: Trinity Health
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:Position is eligible for travel to other nationwide Trinity Health sites as needed that are outside of normal location coverage. While on site at these locations the position will receive a significantly higher hourly rate. Travel will be voluntary.


POSITION PURPOSE

Within assigned service area, provides Planned Maintenance (PM), safety testing, repairs, calibration, installation, routine and emergency service, to general and specialized diagnostic, therapeutic, and support medical equipment, such as anesthesia machines, sterilizers, ventilators, ultrasound, laser, laboratory, etc., as assigned by Clinical Engineering (CE) Manager.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSKnows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the mission, vision and core values of Trinity Health and the Ministry Organization in leadership behaviors, practices and decisions.Performs PM procedures on multiple types of general and specialized clinical equipment.Performs PM procedures using manufacturer's recommendations, standards or code requirements, as well as industry acceptable processes as guidelines.Performs services on specialized equipment in one or more of the following categories: - anesthesia machines, sterilizers, ventilators, ultrasound, laser, laboratory analyzers, etc.Performs corrective maintenance procedures including diagnosing problems using thermodynamic, electronic/electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or other sciences and documents results of activities performed to comply with all regulatory and standard requirements.Notifies equipment users and Clinical Engineering Management of repair status and delays as necessary.Interacts with clinical staff to understand and resolve operational problems in scheduling and completing PM procedures while minimizing interference to hospital departments.Determines need for replacement parts and supplies, selects the most cost effective source, and submits properly completed parts request using established policies and guidelines.Completes corrective and planned maintenance work order documentation per policy.Promotes teamwork by keeping others informed, participating effectively in group decision making, while working to accomplish team objectives and projects, and by soliciting feedback about one's effectiveness as a team member. -Continually improves processes by seeking ways to eliminate and reduce waste.Has authority (based on deprartment guidelines) - to order parts and supplies required for - emergency service or repair of - radiological and general medical equipment. Recommends - test equipment and spare equipment parts to the CE Manager or Lead Technician.Provide on-call service coverage after normal business hours on a rotating basis.Provides assistance and training to Bio-Medical Equipment Techs I and II as assigned by Clinical Engineering Manager.May be assigned duties as Lead Bio-Medical Equipment Technician, as needed.Performs other duties as assigned or requested by the CE Manager.Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws/regulations; the Trinity Health Integrity and Compliance Program and Code of Conduct; as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion -Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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