Biomedical Engineering Specialist

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority•Madison, WI

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Help ensure all medical equipment is safe, functional, and ready for patient use at UW Health. We are seeking a Biomedical Engineering Specialist to: Diagnose defective medical equipment and implement repairs without direct supervision in both shop and critical care settings including operating rooms, trauma units, emergency rooms, and various patient care areas. Perform, coordinate, monitor, and supervise a preventative maintenance program for all equipment assigned to ensure compliance. Determine practicality and cost-effectiveness of utilizing vendors or in-house staff. Have a working knowledge of all applicable codes and standards for maintaining medical equipment including those issued by The Joint Commission and other accrediting agencies. Assist with creating and conducting new device implementation, training, and workflow enhancements for various groups. At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being. Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Requirements

Associate's Degree of Applied Science in HTM / Biomedical Engineering or Completion of DOD Biomedical Technician training.
4 years of previous Biomedical Engineering Technician experience in lieu of education, in addition to experience below Required or Bachelor's Degree of Applied Science in HTM / Biomedical Engineering or Completion of DOD Biomedical Technician training.
4 years of previous Biomedical Engineering Technician experience in lieu of education, in addition to experience below Required
3 years years previous experience as a Biomedical Technician in a Healthcare setting.
8 years experience as a Biomedical Technician in a Healthcare setting.

Nice To Haves

Academic Medical Center experience.
Education and training - Leadership experience.
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
Certification as a Biomedical Electronic Technician (CBET)

Responsibilities

Diagnose defective medical equipment and implement repairs without direct supervision in both shop and critical care settings including operating rooms, trauma units, emergency rooms, and various patient care areas.
Perform, coordinate, monitor, and supervise a preventative maintenance program for all equipment assigned to ensure compliance.
Determine practicality and cost-effectiveness of utilizing vendors or in-house staff.
Have a working knowledge of all applicable codes and standards for maintaining medical equipment including those issued by The Joint Commission and other accrediting agencies.
Assist with creating and conducting new device implementation, training, and workflow enhancements for various groups.