Anesthesiology, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Equipment, Biomedicine, Calibration, Clinical Information Systems, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Dialysis, Electricity, Electronic Circuit, Electronic Measuring Tools, Electronics, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Replacement, Healthcare, Hospital, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Maintenance Services, Medical Protocols, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Regulations, Writing Skills
Kettering Health Wilmington | Wilmington | Full Time | Days
Responsibilities & Requirements:
Biomedical equipment specialist duties include: inspection, calibration, installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of clinical equipment with an emphasis and training on specialty equipment such as, but not exclusively, dialysis, anesthesia, or laboratory. Works with equipment users for best resolution of issues and communicates equipment status. Maintains a clean and organized work area. Keeps complete records of work done. Assists the manager with equipment replacement recommendations. Other duties as assigned.
Skills/Other
- Demonstrated ability in effectively troubleshooting and repairing a wide variety of complex biomedical equipment systems.
- Considerable knowledge of electrical and medical safety principles.
- Ability in the interpretation and applicable of hospital codes, standards, and regulations relating to biomedical equipment in hospital environments.
- Demonstrable advanced skill in applying electric/electronic circuit theory and operating principles to effectively diagnose biomedical equipment malfunctions.
- Demonstrable knowledge and proficiency in the use of advanced electronic test and measurement instrumentation.
- Knowledge of the theories of operation, the underlying physiologic principles, and the practical, safe clinical application of biomedical equipment.
- Knowledge of basic computer theory and skill in effectively using computer systems and applications.
- Skill in the use of tools and materials involved in the repair and maintenance of biomedical equipment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, methods, tools, materials, and instrumentation associated with specialized biomedical equipment.
- Good communication skills, both oral and written.
Educational Requirements
- Associate or Bachelors degree in biomedical electronics or related, or a combination of relevant training and experience.
- Minimum of three years work experience as a BMET, with manifest advanced skills and abilities in the specialization area.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification by the International Certification Commission for Clinical Engineering and Biomedical Equipment Technicians (preferred).
Overview:
Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.