Bio Med Tech II- Onsite

Community Health Systems Inc

Knoxville, TN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), Biomedical Equipment, Biomedicine, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Calibration, Clinical Support, Clinical Trial Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Estimates, Data Analysis, Diagnostics Solutions/Software, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Healthcare, Hospital, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Medical Equipment, Multitasking, On Site Support, Operations Processes, Patient Care, Patient Safety, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Project Schedule, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Reliability Engineering, Remodeling, Software Testing, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Knoxville, TN
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Summary

The Schedule for this position is: 7:00 am- 3:30 pm with occasional Overtime hours, some weekend call time with call back-pay as necessary.

The Biomedical Technician II is responsible for evaluating, repairing, inspecting, and performing preventive maintenance on medical devices used in patient care across facilities and affiliated institutions. This role ensures patient safety, regulatory compliance, and quality service, working independently with minimal supervision. This role provides guidance to junior technicians.

Essential Functions

  • Performs incoming inspections, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and repairs on biomedical equipment within assigned timeframes.
  • Documents all service activities accurately and maintains up-to-date records of equipment maintenance and repairs.
  • Oversees inventory of biomedical equipment, parts, and tools, ensuring necessary supplies are available for timely repairs and maintenance.
  • Assists with the acquisition, installation, and integration of medical equipment as directed.
  • Supports the Clinical Engineering Supervisor in project scheduling, cost estimation, and design of installations and remodel work.
  • Provides training and education to hospital staff on the proper operation, inspection, and maintenance of biomedical equipment.
  • Develops and maintains written procedures for equipment operation and maintenance as assigned.
  • Collects and analyzes performance improvement data to support process enhancements and operational efficiency.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years of experience in biomedical equipment maintenance and repair required
  • Experience in a hospital or healthcare facility setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong technical knowledge of biomedical equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
  • Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software for equipment testing and calibration.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills to assess and resolve equipment issues effectively.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to provide training and collaborate with healthcare teams.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
  • Proficiency in maintaining detailed service records and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Commitment to patient safety, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement in biomedical services.

Licenses and Certifications

  • Certified Biomedical Technician (CBET)-AAMI preferred or
  • Certification by the International Certification Commission (ICC) in relevant biomedical fields preferred or
  • ACI Certification or IT-type Certification or another applicable technical certification preferred

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About the Company

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Community Health Systems Inc

Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Inland Empire Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC).

As such, services are offered to the neediest in each community - the un-insured and under-insured, the working poor, those with limited ability to pay, the homeless, and the indigent. Services are provided at discounted (sliding fee scale) rates for those who qualify based on gross annual income and family size.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1985
WEBSITE
http://www.chs.net/