Biomedical Engineer Technician I

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Memphis, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Biomedical Equipment Technician I performs operational and safety testing, maintenance and repairs on general patient care equipment for Methodist Healthcare. Performs routine preventative maintenance on general patient care equipment including but not limited to Infusion/PCA/Syringe/Ambulatory Pumps, Physiological/Fetal/EKG/Vital Signs Monitors, Infant Radiant Warmers & Incubators, Treadmills, Defibrillator/Pacemakers, Warming Cabinets, Patient Warming/Cooling Units, Patient Compression Units, General PT Equipment, General Respiratory Equipment, & other General Biomedical Equipment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

Requirements

• Associates Degree Biomedical Engineering
• Class D Driver License - Tennessee - Tennessee Motor Vehicle
• Extensive knowledge of clinical equipment.
• Exceptional analytical skills.
• Effective written and oral communications.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply highly technical principles, concepts and techniques in solving complex technical problems.
• Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials, such as equipment manuals.
• Ability to communicate verbally with all levels of associates, physicians and equipment manufacturers and vendors.
• Demonstrates a logical and methodical approach in analyzing problems and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrates effective and correct use of hand tools.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize tasks, set priorities and maintain control of workflow.

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree Computer Engineering
• Associates Degree Electrical Engineering
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Internship
• Substitutions allowed: In lieu of Associate's degree, the candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent with three (3) years of experience in Clinical Engineering, electronic engineering, computer, or related engineering experience.
• Class R Driver's License - Mississippi - Mississippi Motor Vehicle
• Class D Driver's License - Arkansas - Arkansas Motor Vehicle

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance and electrical safety inspections of clinical equipment, devices, and systems.
• Maintains documentation and inspects/tests all newly purchased, evaluation, demo, leased or rented medical equipment.
• Determines cause of problems or malfunctions of minor medical equipment.
• Orders supplies and parts for preventative maintenance activities and services.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self- development and enhancement of professional competency.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree