Clinical Engineering Technician – Liquid Profiling (3rd Shift)

Caris Life Sciences • Phoenix, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Engineering Technician is responsible for the organization of installation and maintenance of the equipment within the clinical molecular lab. At Caris, we are committed to transforming cancer care and improving lives through precision medicine. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we aim to provide unique answers for every patient. Our mission extends beyond cancer, pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose. Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science field.
• 1 year experience in repair and/or troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrate clear ability to explain previous experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality control procedures and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a science field.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, dead-driven environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven attention to detail with effective organizational skills.
• Effective interpersonal and team skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Internet for business use.
• High degree of care and attention with strict adherence to defined clinical testing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Drafts preventative maintenance procedures and makes corrections/changes to existing procedures.
• Attends training sessions on instrumentation to learn function, basic programming, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Identifies, troubleshoots, and recommends repair and spare parts.
• Is computer literate in basic operating systems and applicable software programs.
• Maintains and expands professional and personal skills.
• Expands knowledge of medical technologies.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other departments and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
• Participates in service training of new technicians concerning use and operation of laboratory equipment.
• Performs and/or coordinates vendor and contractor scheduling for equipment installation, repair, preventative maintenance and trainings.
• Performs initial acceptance inspections on new equipment and completes all required paperwork.
• Performs modifications and upgrades on devices as directed by the manufacturer or department leader.
• Performs or coordinates Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualifications (PQ) and Function Verifications (FV) of equipment following installation, repair or preventative maintenance.
• Compiles, analyzes and submits data for review, according to equipment/procedure specific acceptance criteria, following an IQ, OQ, PQ or FV.
• Monitors and performs, or coordinates, departmental equipment cross correlations.
• Assists in ensuring department compliance of routine preventative maintenance tasks.
• Repairs and troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment, when appropriate.
• Maintains an accurate record of all work performed.
• Responds to emergency situations in clinical areas and provides support as required and requested.
• Interacts with staff whenever appropriate.
• Treats all patient information strictly confidential.
• Schedules and performs preventative maintenance inspections on instruments and completes all associated paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Is knowledgeable of applicable safety and electrical limits for health care equipment.
• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards.
• Support compliance to all applicable regulatory and standard requirements (CLIA, NYS, CAP, ISO, etc.).
• Accepts and performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Pre-employment process includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level