IL Team Leader Biomed

Team Lead – Biomedical Equipment ServicesDeaconess IllinoisDepartment: Biomedical Equipment ServicesJob Type: Full-TimePosition SummaryDeaconess Illinois is seeking an experienced and motivated Team Lead, Biomedical Equipment Services to provide technical leadership and day-to-day support for our Biomedical Equipment Services team. This position will help ensure medical equipment is safe, reliable, properly maintained, and available to support high-quality patient care.The Team Lead will provide guidance to biomedical equipment technicians, coordinate daily assignments and workload, assist with troubleshooting and repairs, and serve as a resource for clinical and operational departments.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide day-to-day leadership, direction, and support to Biomedical Equipment Services staff.Coordinate preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, inspections, and equipment service activities.Assign and prioritize work based on patient-care needs, equipment criticality, and departmental priorities.Troubleshoot, repair, test, and maintain a variety of medical equipment and systems.Assist technicians with complex equipment issues and provide technical guidance when needed.Ensure biomedical equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, hospital policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.Review service documentation and ensure accurate and timely completion of work orders.Assist with equipment inspections, acceptance testing, inventory management, and equipment lifecycle activities.Collaborate with nursing, clinical engineering, facilities, IT, vendors, and other departments to resolve equipment-related issues.Help maintain compliance with applicable healthcare standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations.Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, department processes, and service response times.Assist with training, onboarding, mentoring, and development of Biomedical Equipment Services staff.Participate in departmental projects, equipment evaluations, and new technology implementations.Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and excellent customer service.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsRequired:Associate degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Electronics Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience servicing and maintaining biomedical/medical equipment in a healthcare environment.Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, mechanical, and/or computer-based medical equipment.Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work effectively with clinical staff, leadership, vendors, and members of the Biomedical Equipment Services team.Ability to prioritize multiple requests and respond appropriately to equipment issues affecting patient care.Preferred:Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Engineering, or a related field.Previous lead, senior technician, or supervisory experience.CBET certification or other applicable professional certification.Experience with hospital medical equipment management systems and computerized maintenance management systems.Experience working with regulatory, accreditation, and medical equipment safety requirements.Leadership ExpectationsThe Team Lead is expected to serve as a positive example for the department by demonstrating:Strong technical knowledge and sound judgment.Professionalism and accountability.Effective communication and teamwork.Commitment to patient and employee safety.A customer-service-focused approach.Willingness to coach and develop team members.Ability to remain calm and organized in high-priority situations.Compensation:Pay rate: $27.00 - $54.00Why Join Deaconess Illinois?At Deaconess Illinois, Biomedical Equipment Services plays an important role in supporting safe, dependable patient care. This position offers an opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with team leadership while working closely with clinical teams across the organization.Join our team and help keep the technology behind patient care safe, reliable, and ready when it matters most.Job SummaryRequisition Number: ILTEA020268Job Category: FacilitiesSchedule: Full-Time