Biomed Equipment Tech 2

OVERVIEW

This role maintains, repairs, and safety-tests a wide range of medical equipment to ensure reliable and safe operation for patients and staff. The position also manages equipment records and work orders, collaborates with clinical staff and manufacturers, and serves as a technical resource across Mercyhealth locations.

SCHEDULE: 40-hours per week, Monday-Friday

SHIFT: Days

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Services various equipment and apparatus including but not limited to patient monitors, electrocardiographs, blood gas analyzers, x-ray units, defibrillators, electrosurgical units, anesthesia apparatus, pacemakers, blood pressure transducers, spirometers, sterilizers, diathermy equipment and other related technical paraphernalia.

• Safety tests various equipment to ensure patient and staff safety from electrical or mechanical hazards.

• Consults with medical or research staff to ascertain that equipment functions properly and safely.

• Demonstrates proficiency in entering, completing, retrieving information regarding work orders, assets, PM schedules, and other functions and applications of the CMMS database as pertains to daily operation of the department.

• Modifies or develops instruments or devices, under supervision of medical or engineering staff.

• Works collectively with salesperson or service technician or equipment manufacturers or their representatives to assure proper operation of equipment.

• Completes daily work orders and other tasks as assigned with minimal supervision.

• Acts as a resource for partners.

• Participates in managing inventories and operational budget, taking emergency call and helping with special events.

• May be required to work flexible hours, alternate shifts and weekends.

• May require travel with personal or company vehicle.

• May be assigned to any of Mercyhealth locations.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Associate Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering/Electronics or related or related Military equivalent certifications or CBET Certification.

Minimum 1-3 years of experience in an environment that pertains to installing, maintaining and repairing medical, electronic and/or mechanical equipment

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Certification as a Bio-Medical Technician by AAMI preferred

Maintain a valid driver's license

Have and maintain driving record per Mercy’s HR-01 Fleet Safety policy

PAY RANGE:

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women