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Imaging Specialist

St. Luke's University Health Network

Bethlehem, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Biomedical Engineering, Calibration, Clinical Support, Driver's License, Electronic Engineering, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Failure Analysis, Functional Testing, Hand Tools, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Laser Science, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, Material Moving, Medical Equipment, Medical Imaging, Military, Modality, Nursing, Record Keeping, Technical Support, Testing, Trend Analysis, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Bethlehem, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago

St. Lukes is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Lukes are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patients ability to pay for health care.

The Imaging Equipment Specialist is responsible for the repair, testing and calibration of clinical equipment, devices, instruments and systems. Inspect, install and provide scheduled maintenance of clinical equipment. Supports imaging and clinical equipment, medical staff, technicians, and administrators with technical assistance and advice. Will specialize in Medical Imaging and/or Linear Accelerators. May also support additional specializations such as, but not limited to, Surgical Lasers, Networking Technology, or another area.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performs scheduled maintenance, electrical safety and functional testing on various medical equipment, which includes the specialized imaging equipment to departmental and manufacturer protocols and specifications on a routine basis for the Network.
  • Repairs defective medical equipment, which includes specialized imaging equipment to meet or exceed manufacturer specifications throughout the Network. Will be required to oversee manufacturer and /or third party vendors. Will also help with other equipment / devices that the Department supports.
  • Responsible for the overall support of instrumentation in all clinical areas and / or modality as assigned.
  • Diagnose and correct system and equipment malfunctions.
  • Maintains accurate records for all work performed. Entry and or paperwork should be completed on a timely basis.
  • Participates in staff in-service educational programs.
  • Participates in pre-purchase evaluation programs as required
  • Provides technical consultation to other department personnel.
  • Performs evaluation of equipment failures to identify trends, design and/or use problems.
  • Performs authorized equipment modifications, design and fabrication of specialized devices as required.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

  • Requires standing for up to eight hours a day or walking for up to four per day.
  • Sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Frequent fingering, handling and twisting and turning in using hand tools or other situations.
  • Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 60 pounds.
  • Occasional pulling and pushing objects weighing greater than 300 pounds.
  • Climbing vertical ladders up to 20 feet.
  • Seeing as it relates to normal vision, and hearing as it relates to normal hearing.
  • Sense of smell as it relates to distinguishing burning or other odors when working on equipment.

Education:

  • Associate's, bachelor's degree or military equivalent program in Biomedical Engineering / Electronics, Electronic Technology or other related field.
  • A minimum of five (5) years experience in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment and a least two (2) years servicing medical imaging equipment. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be substituted if approved.

Training and Experience:

  • Specialty training in medical imaging equipment.

Additional Requirements:

  • Valid drivers license required for travel to other sites.
  • Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

St. Lukes University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Company

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St. Luke's University Health Network

St. Luke's University Health Network is a regional network of hospitals, physicians and other related organizations providing care primarily in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Carbon, Schuylkill, Bucks, Montgomery and Berks counties in Pennsylvania and Warren County in New Jersey.

The Network provides services at more than 150 sites. St. Luke's University Health Network is comprised of six hospital sites. The Network includes:

  • More than 80 owned physician-practice sites
  • 300 employed primary care/specialist physicians
  • Various outpatient testing and service facilities
  • Home health
  • Hospice services (inpatient and outpatient)
  • Largest ambulance provider in Bucks County and second largest in Lehigh County
  • Other related organizations
  • 57,500+ annual admissions
  • 195,000 annual emergency room visits
  • 1,325 physicians on the Medical Staff (96 percent board-certified)
  • 8,600+ employees
  • More than 1,350 volunteers

Areas of exceptional medical expertise include:

  • Level 1 Adult Trauma Center: fully accredited by Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation; 2,400+ annual trauma cases; St. Luke's 1.75 percent mortality rate represents top decile performance, significantly better than peer group as measured by National Trauma Data Bank of the American College of Surgeons; aeromedical transport services
  • Oncology: first and only cancer program in Pennsylvania to receive American College of Surgeons' highest quality recognition for three consecutive years; only Pennsylvania program to receive award in 2010; region's only fellowship-trained surgical oncologists; advanced programs for melanoma (internationally recognized melanoma investigator), lung, breast, prostate, gynecologic and gastrointestinal cancers and tumors of the brain and spine
  • Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery: multiple-year recipient of highest rating for cardiac bypass surgery, represents top decile performance achieved by only 10 percent of U.S. hospitals (Society for Thoracic Surgery); region's first Joint Commission certified Heart Failure Program; comprehensive surgical services excluding heart transplants
  • Neuroscience: accredited Stroke Center; additional Centers of Excellence include: Balance Center, Headache Center, Memory Disorders Center, Multiple Sclerosis Center, Sleep Disorders Center
  • Orthopaedics: advanced expertise in total joint replacement and reconstruction, computer-assisted minimally invasive surgery, primary and reconstructive surgery of the spine, sports injuries, diseases and conditions of the hand and elbow, traumatic injuries
  • Women's/Children's Health: high-risk pregnancy; the region’s busiest obstetrical service; two neonatal intensive care units; pediatric specialty care provided by St. Christopher's Hospital for Children.
  • Robotic/Minimally Invasive Surgery: one of the nation's most experienced robotic surgical teams
  • Radiology: designated international General Electric Healthcare Show Site for imaging technology; designated Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by American College of Radiology
  • Bariatric Surgery: designated Center of Excellence by American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and Surgical Review Corporation

St. Luke's offers an exceptional benefit plan for employees. Our values are reflected in all we do for patients, each other and the community:

Pride - We take pride in our accomplishments and in our organization.

Caring - We show consideration for others and their feelings. We treat others as we want to be treated.

Respect - We recognize the value, diversity and importance of each other, those we serve and the organization.

Accountability - We are responsible to make decisions and solve problems in a timely and effective manner.

Flexibility - We adapt to the changing needs and expectations of those we serve.

Teamwork - We work together to improve quality.

The mission of St. Luke's University Health Network is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services

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