Biomedical Equipment Technician

Stanford Health Care•Pleasanton, CA

4d•$56 - $63•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) provides a link between technology and patient care in surgical and intensive care units; diagnostic and therapeutic treatment units; clinics; laboratories; and medical equipment distribution areas. The BMET is expected to support a wide variety of medical devices in use at an academic medical center in conjunction with the Clinical Technology & Biomedical Engineering Medical Equipment Management Plan. The BMET is responsible for completing all given assignments within the parameters of the department performance standards.

Requirements

Associate's degree in a work-related field/discipline from an accredited college or university
Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Ability to diagnose and resolve routine, specialized, and advanced technology problems
Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus
Ability to have good dexterity and strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to plan, prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to solve problems and identify solutions
Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job
Ability to work well with individuals at all levels of the organization
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
Knowledge of electrical theory and related safety procedures
Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes
Skill: to repair simple to complex medical devices, recognizing the importance of concentrating efforts on the areas of greatest financial impact

Responsibilities

Complies with Department Technician Orientation & Training Competency Program and actively participates in continuous education and training.
Demonstrates acceptance of patients, families, visitors, and co-workers regardless of race, gender, disease process, life style, religious or cultural beliefs, or treatment.
Documents all scheduled and unscheduled work performed in the CT&BE inventory and maintenance database.
Follows all SH&C/LPCH safety guidelines and infection control policies and procedures for self, patients, visitors, and employees.
Handles hospital and department computer workstations, software packages, websites, and files with appropriate care and respects all copyrighted material.
Maintains confidentiality with regard to hospital business and HIPAA compliance.
Periodically provides weekend, holiday, and off-shift coverage, including call-back emergency coverage.
May be required to service equipment on any shift if delays would adversely affect patient care.
Primary responsibility is to provide technical support in handling specific logistical activities in defined support areas.
The BMET functions as team member within a workgroup.
Provides technical bedside support for routine and STAT/emergency trouble calls while consistently demonstrating the ability to assess priorities and escalate more difficult tasks to properly trained staff.
Understands and adheres to the Hospital's Conflict of Interest policy.