Imaging Equipment Technician II
About The Position
This is a full-time field position based in the Greater Charlotte and potentially Winston-Salem Markets. The role prioritizes skilled imaging service technicians with over five years of experience in servicing and maintaining Diagnostic Ultrasound equipment, particularly Cardiac and/or Diagnostic Ultrasound. Additional general imaging/x-ray service experience is a plus. The technician will analyze, troubleshoot, and repair highly complex diagnostic and therapeutic imaging equipment and systems, and install, calibrate, and test new equipment. Responsibilities may include work on a mix of Biomedical and Diagnostic Imaging equipment, with a majority focused on complex Diagnostic Imaging equipment. The role involves performing general service according to various standards and regulations, interacting with clinical staff to ensure needs are met, and providing technical support. The technician will also act as a technical resource for other technicians, assist in training, and maintain accurate records of all inspections and repairs. Installation of new imaging equipment, coordination with radiation physicists for quality assurance, and potential assistance in equipment selection, service contract negotiations, and capital equipment replacement recommendations are also part of the role. The technician will also request/order necessary parts, escalate issues, and assist in developing policies and procedures and evaluating new equipment.
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Typically requires 2 years of experience in biomedical imaging, which includes digital imaging technology, and networking technology.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office or similar products (primarily Word and Excel).
- Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of networking technology.
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task several projects.
- Excellent human relations and communications skills.
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Demonstrated leadership ability.
- Use of personal vehicle for travel to various sites is required/expected.
- Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
- Must be able to: lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- Must be able to: carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
- Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- Must be able to: perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Nice To Haves
- Five or more years of experience servicing and maintaining Diagnostic Ultrasound equipment (in particular Cardiac and/or Diagnostic Ultrasound)
- Any additional general imaging/x-ray service experience
Responsibilities
- Analyzes, troubleshoots and repairs highly complex diagnostic and therapeutic imaging equipment and systems utilizing established electronic test and measurement equipment and techniques.
- Installs, calibrates and tests highly complex new imaging equipment and/or systems.
- Performs any required general service on imaging equipment and systems, in accordance with corporate and department procedures, manufacturers recommendations, physicists’ specifications and/or other applicable codes, standards, accreditation requirements, and state and federal regulations as applicable regarding radiographic and diagnostic imaging equipment.
- Interacts with clinical staff on a regular basis to ensure needs are being met.
- Provides technical support and assistance to imaging staff in their use of highly complex diagnostic and therapeutic Imaging devices.
- Acts as a technical resource for Biomedical Technicians and Imaging Technicians to help them grow in ability, responsibility, and experience.
- Assists in grooming Biomedical Equipment Tech's to provide first call on imaging equipment.
- Documents and maintains accurate records of all inspections, repairs, adjustments, etc. performed on all equipment performed by self or a vendor.
- Installs or assists in the installation of new imaging equipment, modifications, tubes, transformers, etc.
- Assists in the training of imaging staff on the safe and proper use of equipment.
- Interacts with manufacturers' Representatives to obtain the necessary technical product information.
- As applicable, coordinates and communicates with a radiation physicist as part of equipment quality assurance testing, calibration, and disposal for site licensing needs with the State department of public health.
- May assist imaging staff in the selection process for new equipment purchases and installations, may assist with service contract negotiations. This may include site visits and/or meetings with equipment manufacturers.
- Makes recommendations for capital equipment replacements to Clinical Engineering Leadership.
- Requests/orders necessary repair and spare parts according to established procedures and contract relationships.
- Escalates situations or questions beyond their scope of knowledge or responsibility to appropriate staff.
- Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to Imaging equipment maintenance and use.
- Assists in research projects and/or new Imaging equipment evaluations.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- adoption assistance
- paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
