Lead Equipment Technician

Emory•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Lead Equipment Technician is responsible for leading the department equipment techs in the care and maintenance of departmental equipment. Provides patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification, registration, and/or assessed competencies. Practice will be in accordance with laws and regulations and will adhere to established policies, procedures and practice guidelines. Monitor equipment usage. Manages equipment and supplies in each assigned department. Performs routine and preventative maintenance on a scheduled basis to meet state requirements. Provides product training to nursing staff utilizing manufacturers' recommendations. Orders equipment and supplies as needed to maintain appropriate levels and special needs of a facility. Maintains all surgical equipment to ensure correct cleaning and in good working order. Works with Biomed and/or Maintenance for equipment that needs repair or adjustments. Checks with departmental schedules to confirm equipment needs and the potential for conflicts in scheduling. Monitors progression of schedule in relationship to the equipment needs while prioritizing tasks to make efficient use of time and availability. Communicates clearly and frequently with coordinator to ensure equipment availability when needed. Performs attendant duties as assigned. Participates in continuous quality improvement teams and activities. Participates in supporting the organization's vision, mission and values and adheres to Standards of Behavior. Performs other duties as assigned .

Requirements

High school/Vocational diploma or GED
Valid Driver's License and/or ability transport equipment and supplies as needed
At least six months experience working in technical (industry/hospital) setting
Skill and ability to communicate verbally, including public-speaking, and in writing
Skill and ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities within a fast-paced environment
Skill and ability to anticipate, manage, and adapt to change
Skill and ability to operate independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Skill and ability to manage internal and external relationships
Performs skills and competencies as defined in orientation checklist and annual departmental competency checklist if applicable

Nice To Haves

Technician training or AA Degree in electronics preferred
Patient care experience preferred
CPR also strongly preferred
Previous inventory management experience is sought but not required
Previous healthcare or manufacturer specific experience is sought but not required

Responsibilities

leading the department equipment techs in the care and maintenance of departmental equipment
Provides patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification, registration, and/or assessed competencies
Monitor equipment usage
Manages equipment and supplies in each assigned department
Performs routine and preventative maintenance on a scheduled basis to meet state requirements
Provides product training to nursing staff utilizing manufacturers' recommendations
Orders equipment and supplies as needed to maintain appropriate levels and special needs of a facility
Maintains all surgical equipment to ensure correct cleaning and in good working order
Works with Biomed and/or Maintenance for equipment that needs repair or adjustments
Checks with departmental schedules to confirm equipment needs and the potential for conflicts in scheduling
Monitors progression of schedule in relationship to the equipment needs while prioritizing tasks to make efficient use of time and availability
Communicates clearly and frequently with coordinator to ensure equipment availability when needed
Performs attendant duties as assigned
Participates in continuous quality improvement teams and activities
Participates in supporting the organization's vision, mission and values and adheres to Standards of Behavior
Performs other duties as assigned