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 Subject: Biomedical Equipment Tech II Needed
 
Author: Kristen Coltman
Date:   8/22/2016 4:28 pm EDT
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
High School graduate or GED equivalent.
Must possess an Associate’s Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology or Electronics Technology, or be Military trained in biomedical equipment service.
Minimum two years of experience in healthcare biomedical equipment repair and calibration is required.
Must be able to demonstrate experience and understanding of the theory of operation and physiological principles associated with the use of biomedical instrumentation and test equipment needed to maintain and calibrate medical devices.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds or less, must be able to work seated and walk frequently, must have good hearing and speaking ability.
ORGANIZATION
A BMET II will work under the direction of the Clinical Engineering Manager and will receive direction from BMET III’s.
Working area covers all Munson Healthcare owned and affiliated facilities and will have daily working contact with hospital employees, medical staff, patients, and visitors.
Some projects will include working with other departments throughout Munson Healthcare, including Plant Engineering and Information Systems.
A BMET II may be required to lead the activities of other Munson Healthcare personnel assigned to assist with specific projects.
A BMET II may be involved in on-the-job training of other Clinical Engineering staff as requested by the Clinical Engineering Manager.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
1. Supports the mission, vision, and values statements of Munson Healthcare.
2. Embraces and supports the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) philosophy of Munson Healthcare: We are committed to the name "Munson" meaning excellence. We will provide services that meet our customers' requirements every time.
3. Has basic understanding of Relationship-Based Care (RBC) principles, meets expectations outlined in Commitment to My Co-workers, and supports RBC unit action plans.
4. Acknowledges that safety is self-responsibility. Knows the physical requirements of the job and work within those guidelines. Performs job duties safely at all times, utilizing learned body mechanics and transferring/lifting techniques. Plans actions to promote safety. Reports any unsafe situation/equipment according to Hospital procedure.
5. Must be familiar with and be able to demonstrate use of common electrical test equipment, including oscilloscopes, DMM’s and others special test equipment and simulators specific to medical equipment calibration and repair.
6. May be consulted regarding various code requirements and compliance by members of management within the healthcare system.
7. May be required to demonstrate the repair and operations of associated equipment to other Clinical Engineering employees.
8. Must be able to read and interpret specifications, blueprints, wiring diagrams, installation manuals, applications notes, technical manuals, engineering drawings, schematics, ladders diagrams and also be able to prepare drawing and sketches.
9. Must be able to perform job assignments in a professional and businesslike manner.
10. Must be able to prepare reports, keep records and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
11. Must be able to analyze and isolate the medical systems mechanical or electronic malfunction, determine repairs required, initiate paperwork to order parts, determine downtime, repair, adjust and calibrate all within a reasonable time period.
12. Must be able to examine medical equipment systems for sign of improper operation, evidence of deterioration, unreported malfunctions and suitability of unit to requirements.
13. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
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