Biomedical Technician/Equipment Support Specialist - Information Systems

Aretum•Leavenworth, KS

About The Position

Veterans Engineering, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aretum, is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician – Info/Sys to support a healthcare facility. The role focuses on the reliability, functionality, and safety of networked medical equipment. Work includes preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, device security and cybersecurity, network maintenance, installations, electrical safety inspections, hazard recalls, software repairs, and support for Cerner systems. The position requires travel to client locations, estimated at 10–15%, depending on project needs. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination. Sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Two-year associate degree or higher in an applied science, or equivalent military training.
At least three years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance, including at least one year of specialized experience in medical information systems and networking.
Current and advanced knowledge of computer virus-protection software, software patches and upgrades, information-security tools, electronics, computers, and network theory.
Competency 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 interpret, identify, and apply network engineering principles and practices.
Ability to distinguish networking problems from non-networking problems.
Understanding of regulatory agencies’ requirements, industry regulatory requirements, and International Standard Organization standards.
Familiarity with setting up and applying network test equipment and tools.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical literature, schematics, and drawings.
Must be a U.S. citizen or currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination.
Able to travel 10–15%.

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 in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and technical specifications.
Inspect incoming medical equipment for safety, functionality, and accuracy.
Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain medical-device security protocols and protect patient data.
Install, calibrate, and configure medical equipment according to manufacturer instructions and safety guidelines.
Monitor and address equipment hazard and safety recalls, coordinating with manufacturers and relevant departments.
Perform software repairs and updates on medical devices.
Maintain records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Provide technical support and training to medical staff on operating and handling networked medical equipment.
Keep current with industry trends, advancements, and regulations related to biomedical equipment technology and apply this knowledge to daily work.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals and departments to support equipment operations and patient care.
Travel to client locations as required by project needs.