Biomedical Equipment Technician

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center•Hillsboro, OR

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, we honor all members of our community and acknowledge the dignity of each person we serve. Our purpose is to provide high quality, comprehensive primary health care to the communities of Washington and Yamhill counties with a special emphasis on migrant and seasonal farm workers and a view to removing barriers to health care. We strive to provide an environment that welcomes and values the people we employ and serve. If you are unsure whether you meet all the required qualifications for this role but are interested and passionate about this potential position, we encourage you to apply. Job Summary: Biomedical Equipment Technician installs, maintains, tests, and repairs clinical equipment in addition to helping Facility staff troubleshoot technical issues. The position works under the Facilities Manager to achieve department and organizational goals. The Biomedical Equipment Technician must be able to perform hands-on operations and maintenance tasks successfully, while meeting all company standards for organization and sustainable operations. The Biomedical Equipment Technician is required to demonstrate the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demands at multiple sites across Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, while providing excellent customer service.

Requirements

Ability to perform hands-on maintenance and repairs
Knowledge of project coordination
Thorough knowledge of legal issues and safety standards
Strong focus on quality
Ability to use diagnostic tools such as multimeters
Ability to read and understand floorplans and technical diagrams
Effective time management and logical decision-making ability
Timely, accurate and detail-oriented
Ability to communicate issues to manager in a timely manner
Ability to embrace change and innovation when appropriate
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent English written and verbal communications skills
Desire to work with underserved/disenfranchised communities
Experience in multi-cultural environment and cultural competency
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based work environment.
Cultural diversity awareness, sensitivity, and competency, including ability to work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Ability to make independent decisions based on VGMHC policies and protocols.
High degree of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism when interacting with colleagues and patients where applicable.
Able to use the phone and other forms of communication.
Commitment and alignment to Virginia Garcia’s mission, vision, and values.
Associates degree or applicable trade license/certification; equivalent combinations of education and extensive work experience in lieu of a degree will be considered
Minimum five (5) years experience in technical repair
Minimum five (5) years experience service vendor management
Familiarity with regulatory agencies such as the Joint Commission and OSHA
Valid Oregon driver’s license, reliable transportation, safe driving record and insurance coverage required

Nice To Haves

Experience in the healthcare industry preferred
Experience working with diverse populations
Bilingual proficiency (Spanish/English spoken and written) preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all phases of scheduled and corrective repairs of medical and dental equipment.
Uphold infection control standards
Perform asset accounting, equipment installation, and de-installation of medical and dental equipment.
Assist the Facilities Department in troubleshooting non-clinical equipment.
Provide project support on remodels, expansions, and new construction.
Responsible for documenting the results of all inspections, maintenance, and tests.
Evaluate equipment for repair, replacement, or upgrade.
Assist with making a medical and dental equipment budget.
Maintain facilities tools, equipment and materials in good order and keep an active inventory of facilities assets
Maintain inventory of supplies, tools, VGMHC property
Handle protected health information (PHI) in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
Perform other duties as assigned.