Surgical Equipment Specialist

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Surgical Equipment Specialist ensures the proper operation of medical video and endoscopic equipment and systems, microscopes, lasers, and other specialized technology used in the surgical environment. The role identifies and addresses equipment malfunctions, follows up on repairs, and communicates unresolved issues to Leadership. It also serves as a department resource for laser operation and safety and as a liaison to Sterile Processing regarding endoscopic telescope equipment.

The specialist coordinates new equipment implementation, modifications, configuration changes, and the transfer or disposition of capital equipment no longer in service. The position requires maintaining the knowledge and skills needed to work safely in the surgical environment and may involve work at any facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of appropriate education in the field relative to the service.
• Prior knowledge of the surgical working environment, including surgical sterile fields.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment.
• Ability to work with electrical circuits.
• Ability to handle delicate and expensive equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend highly technical equipment, operating, and repair manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical staff, students, and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper operation of medical video equipment, endoscopic equipment and systems, microscopes, and specialized technology equipment.
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions and communicate unresolved issues to Leadership.
• Follow up on equipment to ensure repairs are completed in a timely manner.
• Serve as the department laser resource person, ensuring proper laser operation and implementation of laser safety policies.
• Liaise with and support the Sterile Processing Department in appropriate utilization of endoscopic telescope equipment.
• Coordinate new equipment implementation, equipment modifications, and changes in equipment configurations.
• Coordinate disposition or transfer of capital equipment no longer in service.
• Maintain the knowledge and skills needed to work safely in the surgical environment.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational assistance program.
• Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED