SENIOR RADIOLOGY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST
About The Position
As a Senior Radiology Equipment Engineer, you will take on a vital role ensuring the functionality, safety, and optimal performance of advanced imaging and radiological systems. Working in a dynamic healthcare environment, your expertise will be the cornerstone of maintaining cutting-edge equipment that directly impacts patient care. From troubleshooting complex technical issues to managing the lifecycle of essential diagnostic devices, this position offers an exciting opportunity to work hands-on with innovative technology, with a focus on Siemens equipment. You'll collaborate with clinical teams and support departments, providing leadership and mentorship to team members, while playing a key role in the seamless delivery of healthcare services. This role is based in Columbia, Missouri, and involves local travel within the region. With a variable work schedule, including opportunities for overtime, your contributions will help maintain consistent coverage for critical equipment. The healthcare environment operates 24/7, and your technical acumen, problem-solving skills, and commitment to excellence will directly support its mission of exceptional patient care.
Requirements
- Must reside within 50 miles of University Hospital in Columbia, MO
- Associate's degree (or equivalent credit hours) in biomedical, electrical, computer, or information technology, specialized military training, or the equivalent combination of related education and experience.
- Six (6) years of hospital imaging service or manufacturers imaging service experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering.
- Five (5) years of hospital imaging service or manufacturers imaging service experience.
- Deep knowledge of radiology equipment, imaging techniques, and advanced diagnostic technologies.
- Proficiency in using specialized test equipment (e.g., dosimeters, oscilloscopes, multimeters).
- Proficient computer skills and familiarity with CMMS or similar systems for documentation and workflow management.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively use hand and power tools.
Nice To Haves
- Certification in Certified Radiology Equipment Specialists (CRES) or Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET).
- Factory trained in CT/MR/NucMed or equivalent industry training
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and highly complex assignments involved in the installation, maintenance, modification, trouble shooting, repair and calibration of complex therapeutic and diagnostic devices and systems.
- Resolve highly complex equipment failures that have immediate risks to patient safety, utilizing comprehensive knowledge of imaging techniques, technologies, radiological practices and procedures.
- Collaborate with other facility support departments, including Engineering Services (ES), Information Technology and Information Security Officer (IT/ISO).
- Utilize advanced radiological test equipment, including but not limited to radiation dosimeters, calibration phantoms, high voltage testing devices, KV and MA meters and monitor calibration devices in addition to common test equipment including electrical safety analyzers, oscilloscopes, patient simulators, pulse generators, network analyzers, and multimeters, among others.
- Manage the lifecycle of other medical devices and systems such as life support, dialysis, and monitoring.
- Complete assignments involved in the installation, maintenance, modification, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of these complex therapeutic, diagnostic and life support medical devices and systems, including inspections, regular and unscheduled maintenance, and planning for end-of-life replacement in conjunction with clinical services.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and thorough documentation of all work activities in the Computerized Maintenance Management System.
- Provide leadership in troubleshooting and decision-making for complex or high-priority equipment issues.
- Ensure that equipment meets clinical needs and suggest improvements or new technologies to optimize patient care.
- Support junior-level radiology equipment specialists, acting as a mentor and guide and ensuring effective collaboration within the team and with clinical staff.
Benefits
- Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
- Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
- Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
- Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
- Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
