Senior Biomedical Engineer

Stony Brook University • Stony Brook, NY

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About The Position

At Stony Brook Medicine, the Senior Biomedical Engineer performs the responsibilities of a Biomedical Engineering (BME) Engineer, including troubleshooting, repairs, calibration, preventive maintenance, equipment and service database management, and employee mentoring. The role also carries administrative responsibilities critical to BME operations and to supporting and promoting patient safety throughout the hospital and clinics.

The Senior Biomedical Engineer participates in BME management and departmental planning, supports budgeting and personnel and technical evaluations, mentors staff and interns, and provides technical advice and instruction to staff, researchers, clinicians, faculty, and other stakeholders. The role supports ultrasound and specialty areas, handles medical-device incident follow-up and equipment alerts, assists with equipment evaluations and hospital projects, and contributes to departmental reports and plans. The position may be designated essential during institutional emergencies and may require respiratory protection.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering (BME) or an equivalent field and at least 10 years of experience in medical-device repair; alternatively, an associate degree in BME or an equivalent field and at least 15 years of experience in medical-device repair as a Senior Biomedical Technician.
• Certification in at least two life-support devices.
• Experience with at least 10 complex electronic or electromechanical devices and/or systems.
• Verification of degree and certifications is required; supporting documentation must be uploaded with the application.
• Current and valid New York driver’s license.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and skills in a supervisory role.
• Excellent managerial, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Resume/CV must be included with the online application.
• Before starting, successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine Employee Health Services.
• Before starting, complete an electronic reference check with at least three professional references.
• Before starting, successfully complete a four-panel drug screen and meet regulatory requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide copies of any required New York State licenses or certificates before starting.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or certification equivalent.
• Experience in a hospital BME Senior Engineer, Manager, or Lead Technician supervisory role overseeing BME functions, including troubleshooting, repairs, calibration, preventive maintenance, equipment/service database management, and employee mentoring.
• AAMI certification.
• CBET certification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the BME Management Team and its decision-making process.
• Participate in developing and updating departmental and administrative policies and procedures.
• Assist with departmental and capital budgeting processes.
• Assist with personnel and technical evaluations.
• Mentor new staff and interns.
• Determine requirements for and approve tools, parts, and accessories.
• Participate in and maintain high-quality on-the-job training, guidance, and instruction.
• Provide technical advice, consultation, and instruction to staff, researchers, clinicians, and faculty.
• Administer and support ultrasound equipment and services.
• Provide support to specialty areas, including the Electrophysiology Lab, Vascular Lab, and Radiology.
• Complete SB Safe medical-device incident reports and follow up on them.
• Investigate, develop, and construct medical devices that are not readily available.
• Assist with recalls, alerts, and discontinued-equipment notifications.
• Represent BME on committees as required.
• Lead hospital projects from a BME perspective, with direction from the Director.
• Assist with equipment pre-purchase evaluation.
• Prepare the Vizient benchmarking quarterly report.
• Assist with development of the Annual Report and Medical Equipment Management Plan.
• Perform BME Engineer functions, including troubleshooting, repairs, calibration, preventive maintenance, and equipment/service database management.

Benefits

• Generous leave.
• Health insurance.
• Participation in the state pension system.
• Some positions may include annual supplemental pay, such as location pay for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions, and shift differentials for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts.

What This Job Offers

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