Clin Eng Imaging Spec II

Medstar Research Institute•Washington, DC

52d•$34 - $63

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Clinical Engineering leadership team the Imaging Specialist II is primarily responsible for tasks associated with the installation testing maintenance calibration and repair of medical equipment and systems. Maintaining clinical equipment and systems considered to be advanced specialty highly sophisticated integrated technology or requiring manufacturer service training or certification through the effective use of the medical equipment management plan while adhering to all medical equipment policies and procedures and manufacturer or alternative equipment maintenance (AEM) specifications.

Requirements

Associate's degree in electronic technology required or Completion of courses in Radiologic Technology Service including advanced training program in electro-mechanical/electronic principles required
3-4 years Experience in the repair and maintenance of diagnostic imaging technology and systems.
CBET - Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician Upon Hire required or must be actively pursuing CBET and obtain within 2 years required or Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES) Upon Hire required or must be actively pursuing CRES and obtain within 2 years required or Certified Biomedical Imaging Equipment Technician (BIET) Upon Hire required or must be actively pursuing BIET and obtain within 2 years required
Ability to anticipate tasks and prioritize assignments.
Ability to input data into computer programs.
Ability to travel between sites to maintain diagnostic imaging technology and systems.
Ability to work with all levels of internal and external customers.
Knowledge of basic electricity/electronics principles.
Knowledge of hospital and department procedures and operations.
Knowledge of word processing spreadsheet and database software.
Provides hospitable customer service.
Skill in the use of basic and specialized hand tools and testing equipment.
Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Joint Commission and other regulatory agency's accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

Responds to advanced support requests.
Diagnoses resolves and closes issues involving high value complex medical equipment and systems according to service level guidelines.
Services complex specialty highly sophisticated diagnostic imaging technology and systems.
Takes part in on-call rotation covering after-hours and weekends.
Ensures that preventative maintenance is promptly performed accordingly to the established schedule.
Makes daily rounds within the hospital and advanced/specialized modality areas to assure proper operation of medical equipment and systems while correcting any deviations.
Orders parts receives inventories assembles inspects and tests equipment and documents results.
Coordinates efforts with supervisor and/or experienced technicians or specialists as appropriate.
Inspects and tests electronic electromechanical and mechanical medical and scientific equipment according to specific test procedures.
Verifies equipment safety and accuracy for continued use.
Documents all work performed in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Ensures documentation is accurate complete and timely.
Provides monthly reports as needed.
Provides clear concise and timely follow up with colleagues ensuring they know the status of work being performed on their equipment.
Provides technical in-service or instruction to facility staff in proper operation of patient care equipment on an as-needed basis.
Provides advanced support of acuity equipment for direct patient care.
Reviews department/unit operations manual to ensure compliance with applicable Joint Commission standards federal and state regulations accepted Standards of Conduct and the Corporate Compliance Program.
Complies with all MedStar Health Policies and Procedures Corporate Compliance Program Standards of Conduct and all applicable statutes rules and regulations.
Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas.
Maintains department facilities equipment and materials in a condition that promotes efficiency health comfort and safety of patients and staff.
Anticipates needs of the department proactively suggests improvement ideas to simplify processes and assists in policy or procedure implementation.
Provides information for the development of policies procedures and records to fulfill or exceed regulatory requirements.