Biomedical Engineering Supervisor

Mercyhealth•Freeport, IL

About The Position

We are currently accepting applications for this position, with an anticipated hire date at the end of April. Candidates are encouraged to apply early for consideration. Supervises the daily activities and work performed within the Biomedical Services Department. The Supervisor assures quality performance as well as good customer relations. Work tasks include appropriate commissioning, repair and safety testing of biomedical equipment assigned to the department. Ensures that the biomedical equipment is in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, implements quality control standards, maintains budget, and vendor relationships. The supervisor is considered a working supervisor that has authority for personnel actions and oversees the department’s day-to-day operations. Familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks as assigned. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. The position reports to the Manager of Biomedical Services.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Biomedical Engineering/Electronics or related or related Military equivalent certifications required.
Three or more years of experience in BioMedical Engineering and a supervisory role in a healthcare setting.
For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles: Maintain a valid driver’s license.
Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth’s HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.
For those driving their personal vehicles: Maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.
Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth’s HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

Responsibilities

Reviews work orders and preventive maintenance tasks to determine work priorities.
Schedules repair, maintenance and installation of machines, tools, and equipment by self-performance and delegation of work assignments.
Directs maintenance activities on biomedical equipment to provide the highest standards for safety, quality, and availability of medical equipment.
Manages CMMS database.
Coordinates special projects.
Requisitions tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations. Directs training of workers to improve work performance and acquaint workers with Mercyhealth policies and procedures.
Confers with Leadership, customers and quality assurance staff to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of work performance and equipment.
Assists Manager in preparation of department budget and monitors expenditure of funds in budget.
The Supervisor is the department representative and liaison with internal customers.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.
Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.
Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.
Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.
Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.
Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.

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