Biomedical Equipment Technician 1

Under the guidance and/or direct supervision, the Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) 1 performs technical tasks including inspecting, calibrating, repairing, and maintaining general (IV Pumps, Infant Care, Physical Therapy, Spot Check, and Point of Care (POC)) medical equipment, devices, systems, and instruments.

• Repair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect a diverse range of therapeutic and diagnostic biomedical instrumentation and equipment.

• Performs and documents preventive maintenance and repairs of medical electronic equipment and systems, as assigned, in accordance with established organization procedures

• Demonstrates a basic working knowledge and use of required test equipment and tools to service electronics, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical circuits and networked devices.

• Interprets and effectively utilizes service manuals, schematics, and other applicable service information, required to perform and document planned maintenance and repair of medical equipment and systems, as assigned.

• Coordinate with vendors on scheduled planned maintenance for scheduling and completion, including closing of work orders and attaching service reports.

• Provides technical assistance and instruction to personnel regarding equipment operations and maintenance. Maintains timely and detailed documentation of all service events, performance tests, and corrective maintenance.

• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs and/or maintenance as needed. Diagnoses and corrects system and equipment malfunctions.

• Works and coordinates with other Healthcare Technology Management (HTM)/Clinical Engineering team members on projects, installs, rounding in departments

• Participates in on-site and off-site training programs as assigned

• Possesses a basic understanding of local and national public safety and regulatory requirements. Complies with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal, State, and local codes, regulations, and requirements.

• Accountable for regular rounding with assigned departments to promote an HTM presence and to meet with front-line caregivers to identify service opportunities.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Education: Associates degree or Department of Defense (DOD) Certification, or experience in lieu of degree

• Experience: None

• Licenses/Certifications: None