Biomedical Technician I

TRIMEDX•Chester, SC

About The Position

The Biomedical Equipment Technician I (BMET I) provides clinical equipment services under the close supervision of TriMedx management. The role validates and inspects clinical equipment for completeness, mechanical and electrical safety, and proper operation, and performs planned maintenance inspections, calibrations, and repairs of general biomedical equipment. The BMET I assists other technicians with troubleshooting and major repairs of complex equipment. The technician demonstrates TriMedx’s core values in professional interactions by showing respect, creating value, initiating meaningful change, and exhibiting integrity. Responsibilities are divided among technical service (40%), regulatory compliance (25%), account relationship management (25%), and inventory (10%). Travel may be required based on customer or business needs; variable travel requirements depending on the primary site may require use of a personal vehicle. The role works under close supervision of TriMedx management.

Requirements

A two-year degree in a technical/electronics field or equivalent experience is required; this requirement is waived for applicants with TRIMEDX Trained Certification or an equivalent biomedical-related certification program.
Complex computer skills, including interpreting error codes, defragmenting hard drives, replacing power supplies, and interpreting computer codes.
Ability to integrate information from a variety of sources.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Variable travel depending on the primary site may require use of a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Three months of experience working with biomedical equipment in a clinical engineering environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform performance assurance inspections, scheduled maintenance, electrical safety inspections, and operation verification procedures on general biomedical equipment.
Repair, install, and calibrate general biomedical equipment.
Inform supervisors about repair status, scheduled inspections, unusual equipment situations, and customer concerns.
Work with, direct, and document subcontractors, vendors, and outside service technicians to ensure proper service delivery.
Maintain biomedical expertise through ongoing training and education.
Assist with Service Operations Special Projects as assigned.
Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database, including inventory, performance assurance schedules, nomenclature, and service history.
Follow the Medical Equipment Management Plan, applicable regulatory requirements, and other applicable policies and procedures.
Ensure service and documentation are complete, timely, and accurate.
Build and maintain customer relationships.
Discuss equipment status and functionality with clinicians.
Adhere to the mission, vision, and values of the organization served, and represent TriMedx services positively by integrating its core values into job performance.
Perform periodic inspections of current inventory status.
Verify completion of security analysis for new customer equipment.
Perform incoming inspections to maintain a complete and accurate inventory of medical devices, including trial and evaluation, rental, loaner, and permanently assigned equipment.
Make recommendations regarding inventory.
Perform other duties as assigned.