Biomedical Equipment Technician II
EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit [click to reveal website link].
This position is responsible for all service-related activities with OEM vendors, maintenance, repair, spare parts inventory, biomedical equipment, and physical plant repair & maintenance. Must work closely with and be responsive to All Stakeholders within the assigned area, IT, real estate and purchasing. Qualified candidates will have a strong technical background which may include an associate degree or military training in electronics, Mechanical or biomedical technology.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Qualities and traits: collaborative, independent, analytical, mechanical, self-motivated, self-starter, continuously strives to stay up to date and increase their knowledge/skills.
- At Least (5) Years Prior experience working in a mechanical, automotive, or construction industry, or medical technical setting.
- Manual dexterity required - ability to use common hand tools and small power equipment.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and safely move large/bulky equipment.
- Ability to create a safe and efficient work environment.
Education and Credentials:
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field or/ High school diploma/GED and 5+ years of experience servicing electrical, electronics, IT or mechanical equipment
- 5+ Years in the Ophthalmology/Optometry setting (Preferred not required)
- CBET certification desirable
- Valid Driver's License issued in the employee's state of residence required.
Major Duties:
- Maintains professionalism within all aspects of job functions and execution.
- Displays and maintains positive attitude and promotes same to others.
- Opens lines of communication within each facility, administration, and the corporate team.
- Displays ability to multi-task, prioritize, problem solve and handle stressful situations in a timely manner.
- Demonstrates Eyecare Partners mission and established goals in management performance.
- Demonstrates visibility and establishes productive relationships with vendors and Stake Holders.
- Displays a proactive approach and is assertive in all aspects of governing unit functions, i.e. staffing and overtime of technologists; parts and maintenance; financial conservation while considering quality; protection and surveillance of equipment, etc.
- Actively participates in management meetings, continuous quality improvement, and other tasks as requested on the corporate level.
- Utilizes resources to improve skills, knowledge, and practice to assure continuous quality patient care and delivery of Eyecare Partners LLC service.
- Knowledgeable in CDC, OSHA, AAMI, Joint Commission, Network and Medicare standards.
- Acts as a resource to managers, facilities, and stakeholders.
- Demonstrates ability to train, teach and equip staff with necessary resources to function adequately and to the best potential outcome.
- Participates in staff education, staff meetings, and in-services as needed.
- Initial point of contact for all service-related equipment and physical plant issues.
- Partnership with Real-estate on facility closures, denovos, and relocations to implement, relocate or closing facilities.
- Responsible for Inventory of Biomedical Equipment for upload into Eyecare Partners Asset Management database.
- Performs base level assessment and repair for all equipment/physical plant issues in an efficient and timely manner.
- When necessary, contacts the OEM/vendor and coordinates service/repair that minimizes equipment down time. Coordinates loaner units when necessary.
- Performs preventative maintenance or coordinates preventative maintenance with a 3rd party vendor as needed.
- Participates in on-going training from OEMs to ensure technical competency for repair of equipment and physical plant in house.
- Install, inspect, maintain, repair, and calibrate biomedical equipment and support systems to adhere to medical standard guidelines.
- Perform Life safety inspections in accordance with NFPA Standards.
- Perform basic physical plant repairs/preventative maintenance such as changing lights bulbs.
- Works with the Director of Facilities, Biomedical Support to ensure that operational, financial, and regulatory requirements associated with Biomedical Services are met.
- Acts as mentor, role model and resource for Entry Level Biomedical Technicians by setting an example of appropriate behavior, work habits and attitudes towards patients, coworkers, and management.
- Trains and mentors Entry Level Biomedical Technicians as required.
- Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.
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EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.