Tech, Biomedical

Job Summary The Biomedical Technician is responsible for providing preventative maintenance and repair services on clinical and diagnostic medical equipment and instrumentation used in the medical centers throughout the Georgia Region.

Essential Responsibilities

• Completes operational, electrical safety, and preventative maintenance checks on clinical and diagnostic equipment as scheduled, using the appropriate test equipment. Tags the equipment and records each preventative maintenance check.
• Responds to service requests for repairs on clinical and diagnostic equipment. Replaces components, performs repairs, calibrates as necessary, and checks for proper operation. Records all service performed in the automated Maintenance Management System (MMS).
• Maintains a current inventory of all biomedical equipment. Posts new equipment into the MMS system, performs initial safety and performance testing, ensures compliance with HIPAA requirements, and coordinates training with Clinical Education staff.
• Responds to manufacturer recalls and hazard alerts. Takes appropriate corrective action. Communicates the action plan to the appropriate management and clinical staff, and documents the resolution.
• Assists with the transfer or removal of biomedical equipment. Coordinates disposals with Materials Management and Accounting.
• Performs miscellaneous duties including, but not limited to: ordering and stocking spare parts and supplies; safeguarding tools and test equipment; keeping work areas neat, clean and safe; and participating in selected committees.

Experience Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Biomedical Technician in the healthcare environment or industry.

Education

• Associates degree in biomedical instrument repair and maintenance.

License, Certification, Registration

• Driver's License (Georgia)

Additional Requirements

• Computer literate.
• Knowledgeable regarding electronics, pneumatics, optics, and plumbing principles.
• Good time management and problem solving skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of work experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Certification in medical instrumentation by AAMI, or similar organization is also preferred.
• Bachelors degree in biomedical repair and maintenance, OR four (4) years of experience in a directly related field.

Primary Location: Georgia,Atlanta,Regional Office - 10 Piedmont

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Day

Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM

Working Hours End: 05:00 PM

Job Schedule: Full-time

Job Type: Standard

Worker Location: Onsite

Employee Status: Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: GTC|UFCW|Local 1996

Job Level: Entry Level

Department: Regional Office - 9 Piedmont - Biomed-Instrument Maintenance - 2808

Pay Range: $36.04 - $44.83 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Work Setting: Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.