Lead Biomedical Equipment Technician-Full Time-Days

Facility
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location
Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department
Clinical Technology

Job Family
Professional

Work Shift
Days (United States of America)

Summary
Assist CTS Director in planning, developing, and implementing the medical equipment management program utilizing an equipment life cycle approach. Coordinates planned and corrective maintenance of diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment used throughout the hospital. Ensure continuous improvement in quality, operational cost effectiveness, customer satisfaction and resource utilization. As needed, provide Planned Maintenance (PM) safety testing, repairs, calibration, installation, routine and emergency service, to general and various specialized diagnostic, therapeutic, and support medical equipment, such as anesthesia machines, sterilizers, ventilators, ultrasound, laser, laboratory, etc.Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

• Completes corrective and planned maintenance work order documentation
• Assists in implementing the medical equipment management program utilizing an equipment life cycle approach
• Performs PM procedures on multiple types of general and specialized clinical equipment
• Performs corrective maintenance procedures including diagnosing problems using, thermodynamic, electronic/electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or other sciences and document results of activities performed to comply with all regulatory and standard requirements
• Performs PM procedures using manufactures' recommendations, standards or code requirements, as well as industry acceptable processes and guidelines
• Determines need for replacement parts and supplies, selects the most cost-effective source, and submits properly completed parts request using established policies and guidelines
• Continually improves processes by seeking ways to eliminate and reduce waste
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training:

• Associate's degree in Biomedical Electronics, Electronic Technology or equivalent military related training required
• CBET or A+ certification required
• CRES certification preferred

Work Experience:

• 5 years experience in performing corrective and planned maintenance on medical devices and/or clinical support equipment along with Senior BMET or management experience required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
• Working knowledge and ability to use basic hand tools and test equipment specific to the field
• Ability to train CTS employees in the use and application of test equipment
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA, NFPA, The Joint Commission, EOC CMS, FDA and other specific regulations and standards pertaining to clinical equipment service and repairs
• Possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with ability to inspire and motivate others
• Ability to operate complex test equipment, analyze and interpret information provided by equipment and clinical staff to determine equipment operational condition
• Basic understanding of personal computer operation, applications, networking and ability to input data using keyboard
• Ability to follow complex written instructions, perform tasks and document actions taken
• Strong customer service and communications skills to interact with hospital personnel and vendors to achieve positive outcomes
• Ability to provide or coordinate in-service training to clinical/professional staff on medical device operations and safety functions
• Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology

Physical Requirements:

• Physically able to balance, bend, climb, crawl, crouch, kneel, reach, sit, squat, stand, twist, and walk
• Ability to mentally concentrate while being subject to stress, interruptions and changing work priorities
• Ability to work and follow OSHA guidelines while in a hazardous environment(s)
• Ability to hear speech, distinguish sounds, and speak
• Near vision, far vision, depth perception, and be able to distinguish colors
• Sensory ability to distinguish hot, cold, range of temperature, surfaces, fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and detect/distinguish odors
• Ability to carry or lift up to 50 pounds routinely and on occasion up to 100 pounds
• Ability to push or pull over 100 pounds frequently
• Maintains safe working environment for self, other associates, patients, visitors, and medical staff in accordance with applicable standards and procedures relevant to job duties
• Ability to adapt to frequently changing work priorities
• Ability to travel to the various CFVHS hospitals, subsidiaries, and/or offsite facilities

Required Licenses and Certifications

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity