Biomedical Technician

Job TitleJob SummaryPerforms skilled work of average to highly skilled difficulty under general supervision. Maintains accurate records of preventive maintenance, performance assurance and repairs.Essential Job FunctionsPerforms all aspects of Biomedical Engineering with responsibilities for: Inspection, calibration, preventive maintenance, performance assurance, troubleshooting, repairs, overhaul, modification, installations, and documentation on the following equipment, but not limited to.Defibrillators, ECG Patient Monitors, Telemetry UnitsElectrocardiographs, Electrosurgical Units, External PacemakersGeneral Misc. Patient Care Equipment, Hypo/Hyperthermia Units, Infant IncubatorsInfant Warmers, Infusion Pumps, Isolated Power Systems, Oxygen AnalyzersPressure Transducers, Audiovisual Equipment, Blood WarmersCentrifuges, Electric Beds, Fetal MonitorsMedical Gas Alarms, Intermittent Suction Units, ThermometersLab Equipment, Misc. Dental Equipment, Misc. Environmental Service EquipmentNerve Stimulators, Nutrition Pumps, Respiratory Equipment, Vital Signs MonitorsVarious other equipment--as assignedMust support other activities related to equipment, such as electrical safety in-services, pre-purchase evaluations, user department training literature review, service contracts, device recalls and parts ordering.Must provide support services for equipment at Independence Health System Medcare units.Repair other electronic/electrical hospital equipment which includes the following: Nurse call systems, Intercom systems, Paging systems.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsAssociate Degree in Biomedical/Electrical/Computer/IT Information Technology.OR two (2) year trade school with valid electronic certification with three (3) years of electronic experience.Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.Preferred QualificationsCertified by A.A.M.I. (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation).License, Certification & ClearancesAct 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police systemValid Pennsylvania Driver's License (if out of state hire current Department of Motor Vehicle record report required and obtain PA Current Driver License within 30 days of hire).Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkIncumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health System locations.AAP/EEOIndependence Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Independence Health System to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Independence Health System will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.Work EnvironmentEffective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelinesWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - NeverExtreme Heat - x - xExtreme Cold - xHeights - x - xConfined Spaces - x - xExtreme Noise(>85dB) - x - xMechanical Hazards - x - xUse of Vibrating Tools - x - xOperates Vehicle (company) - x - xOperates Heavy Equipment - xUse of Lifting/Transfer Devices - x - xRotates All Shifts - x - x8 Hours Shifts - x - x10-12 Hours Shifts - x - xOn-Call - x - xOvertime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk) - x - xTravel Between Sites - x - xDirect Patient Care - xRespirator Protective Equipment - x - xEye Protection - x - xHead Protection (hard hat) - x - xHearing Protection - x - xHand Protection - x - xFeet, Toe Protection - x - xBody Protection - x - xLatex Exposure - x - xSolvent Exposure - x - xPaint (direct use) Exposure - x - xDust (sanding) Exposure - x - xEthylene Oxide Exposure - xCytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure - xBlood/Body Fluid Exposure - x - xChemicals (direct use) Exposure - x - xMist Exposure - xWax Stripper (direct use) - xNon-Ionizing Radiation Exposure - x - xIonizing Radiation Exposure - xLaser Exposure - x - xPhysical DemandsWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - NeverBending (Stooping) - x - xSitting - x - xWalking - x - xClimbing Stairs - x - xClimbing Ladders - x - xStanding - x - xKneeling - x - xSquatting (Crouching) - x - xTwisting/Turning - x - xKeyboard/Computer Operation - x - xGross Grasp - x - xFine Finger Manipulation - x - xHand/Arm Coordination - x - xPushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) - x - 10#Carry - 10#