Biomedical Engineering Technician

Avera•Aberdeen, SD

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Biomedical Engineering Technician I, II, or III, covering both Aberdeen, SD and Pierre, SD. The technician will work out of one of these two locations and travel between them on occasion. This is NOT a remote position. The role involves proven success in the continued service of a diverse array of medical equipment, with the majority involvement with lower acuity equipment, and introductory knowledge of higher acuity devices. A Biomedical Engineering technician must also have some understanding of and working knowledge of interconnected systems like VLAN, isolated networks, and IT systems interfaces. Some overnight travel may be necessary due to the nature of the job and training requirements.

Requirements

Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
Must be able to work the hours specified.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or military equivalent in electronics or biomedical equipment technology.
Minimum of one year related experience in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment.
Some understanding of and working knowledge of interconnected systems like VLAN, isolated networks, and IT systems interfaces.
Introductory knowledge of higher acuity devices.

Responsibilities

Repair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect medical equipment, instrumentation, and systems of simple to moderate complexity, including life support equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance and electrical safety testing of clinical equipment, devices, and systems.
Diagnose and correct system and equipment malfunctions.
Maintain documentation on new equipment, inspections, and equipment repairs and failures.
Assist with and evaluate third-party repairs.
Provide technical assistance and instruction to clinical and operational staff regarding equipment operations and maintenance.
Maintain documentation of all service events, tests, and maintenance performed on biomedical equipment.
Review outcome of preventive maintenance actions and make recommendations to department staff concerning improvements.
Maintain accurate inventory, tracking both the addition and the deactivation of biomedical equipment.
Collaborate with other biomedical equipment technicians.
May assist with in-service educational programs on use of equipment.
May assist other biomedical engineering technicians with more complex PMs and repairs.