Biomedical Technician / Equipment Support Specialist - Information Systems

Blue Water Thinking•Phoenix, AZ

4d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Water Thinking is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician – Info/Sys to support networked medical equipment at a healthcare facility. The role focuses on the reliability, functionality, safety, and security of networked medical equipment through preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, installations, device security, network maintenance, software repairs, and recall response. The technician will collaborate with IT, cybersecurity teams, medical staff, and other healthcare departments to support equipment operations and patient care. Experience with Cerner electronic health record systems and integration is preferred. The position is located at 650 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85012. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship and be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance. The proposed salary range is $75,000–$90,000. Blue Water Thinking offers health insurance, paid time off, federal holidays, and a matching 401(k) plan.

Requirements

Meet at least one basic qualification: experience in a medical center and Biomedical Engineering department; experience working in or with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA); or understanding of VISN, VA medical center, and Biomedical Engineering department operations.
A two-year associate degree or higher in applied science, or equivalent military training.
At least three years of hospital or healthcare experience maintaining medical equipment, including at least one year of specialized experience in medical information systems and networking.
Current, advanced knowledge of computer virus-protection software, software patches and upgrades, information-security tools, electronics, computers, and network theory.
Competence using and maintaining computer- and server-based medical equipment, medical-record databases, and proprietary and generic software.
Experience with TCP/IP, HL7, networking, network security, and DICOM standards.
Experience maintaining, interfacing with, and troubleshooting networked medical equipment, including VLAN configuration, IP addressing, subnetting, and network security.
Ability to apply network-engineering principles and distinguish networking problems from non-networking problems.
Understanding of regulatory-agency and industry regulatory requirements and International Organization for Standardization standards.
Familiarity with setting up and using network test equipment and tools.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical literature, schematics, and drawings.
Experience with the listed equipment and systems, including PACS, medical data-interface and data-management systems, physiological central-station monitors, medical workstations and servers, and high-definition medical-imaging video monitors.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance.
Submit a resume in Word document format with dates in each section (experience, education, certifications, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Experience with Cerner electronic health record (EHR) systems and integration.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on networked medical equipment.
Diagnose and repair medical-device malfunctions according to manufacturer guidelines and technical specifications.
Inspect incoming medical equipment for safety-standard compliance, functionality, and accuracy.
Work with IT and cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain medical-device security protocols and protect patient data.
Install, calibrate, and configure medical equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and safety guidelines.
Monitor and address equipment hazard and safety recalls, coordinating with manufacturers and relevant departments.
Repair and update medical-device software to address issues, improve functionality, and maintain system compatibility.
Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, and inspection records using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Provide technical support and training to medical staff on operating and handling networked medical equipment.
Keep current with biomedical equipment technology, industry trends, and applicable regulations, and apply that knowledge to daily work.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals and departments to support equipment operations and patient care.