Biomedical Technician II

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.•Carmel, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Biomedical Technician II works within the Clinical Engineering Department to support activities related to the service and management of the medical equipment. This position may perform activities, such as data entry and analysis within the medical equipment database, compiling and submitting various reports, direct communication with vendors and customers, and performing basic technical service activities. For all tasks, there will be an emphasis on high quality and contribution to the department's efforts toward cost-effective management of the medical equipment. The Biomedical Technician II may work within any assigned area(s) of Franciscan Health and at other locations supported by the Clinical Engineering Department, under the guidance of Biomedical Equipment Technicians or Clinical Engineers, as directed by Clinical Engineering management. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve Preferred background in procedural settings such as Surgery, Cath Lab, and Endoscopy Technical experience in environments where invasive or minimally invasive procedures are performed. Familiarity with sterile techniques, equipment setup, and workflow coordination in operating rooms or procedural suites. Understanding of patient safety protocols, instrument handling, and possibly device troubleshooting during procedures. Ability to collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and technologists in high-pressure settings. Knowledge and expertise preferred but not limited to the following Endoscopy processors/scopes and reprocessing workflows Surgical video integration (4K/3D, routing, recording) Anesthesia workstations and patient monitoring Electrosurgical units and surgical energy devices

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED GED or high school diploma
With BS degree in a technology related field, at least 2 years relevant progressive service experience in Healthcare Technology
With AS degree in a technology related field, at least 4 years relevant progressive service experience in Healthcare Technology
If neither AS nor BS degree in a technology related field, 7 years relevant progressive service experience in a related field with at least 2 years in Healthcare Technology
A+ Certified Professional (A+CERT) - CompTia A+, Network +, Security + or related IT certification preferred within 24 months
Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) - Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation CBET, CHTM or CCE preferred within 24 months

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree Biomedical Engineering Technology or related
Bachelor's Degree Biomedical Engineering Technology or related
Preferred background in procedural settings such as Surgery, Cath Lab, and Endoscopy Technical experience in environments where invasive or minimally invasive procedures are performed.
Familiarity with sterile techniques, equipment setup, and workflow coordination in operating rooms or procedural suites.
Understanding of patient safety protocols, instrument handling, and possibly device troubleshooting during procedures.
Ability to collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and technologists in high-pressure settings.
Knowledge and expertise preferred but not limited to the following Endoscopy processors/scopes and reprocessing workflows Surgical video integration (4K/3D, routing, recording) Anesthesia workstations and patient monitoring Electrosurgical units and surgical energy devices

Responsibilities

Assess new technology and assists in the procurement of clinical equipment.
Establish and implement plan for collecting data on new technology.
Review pre-purchase evaluation.
Install, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and perform modifications on diagnostic and therapeutic medical electrical.
Perform and provide mechanical repairs, modifications, and calibrations of all classes of biomedical equipment, including ECG, pulse, blood pressure and respiration monitors, defibrillators, IV pumps, electrosurgical units, respirators, anesthesia units, hyperthermia units, suction and pressure pumps, centrifuges, and any other related biomedical instrumentation.
Initiate PM, and repair on medical equipment, to ensure it is safe and effective for use.
Oversee the use of medical devices and initiate needed changes for improvement of utilization
Ensure compliance with applicable accredited agencies for assigned areas.

Benefits

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.

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