Biomedical Engineer Technician

To Apply for this Job Click Here Biomedical Engineer Technician (Onsite) Durham County, NC Duration:3 Months (possible extension or perm placement) Shift : 8:00am – 4:30pm Mon-Fri. Overview: The Biomedical Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of medical equipment and devices. The role ensures that all healthcare equipment operates efficiently and meets safety and regulatory standards to support patient care. Duties Include: Primary duties involve the collection, segregation and management of hazardous chemical wastes generated throughout our Hospital including clinics and research laboratories, with secondary duties including collection and management of hazardous pharmaceutical wastes, radiological, and universal wastes, etc. Performs work in accordance with all appropriate Federal, State, and local regulations and standards by OSHA, EPA, DOT, NRC, RCRA. Communicates with supervisor regarding the policies and procedures for assuring compliance. In exercising these functions, the person must be able to lift 50 lbs., manipulate 400 lb. drums, and be physically able to wear respiratory protection. Environments range from usual office conditions to environments where “immediately dangerous to life and health” (IDLH) atmospheres exist requiring the use of burdensome protective clothing and equipment. Where not extremely hazardous, work may be uncomfortable or unpleasant (i.e. high heat). Qualifications: Skills: Associates Degree in Occupational Safety or Environmental Health and Safety or related field (Highly preferred). Must have a valid driver’s license Must have knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to hazardous material management; basic knowledge of chemistry and other related sciences; must understand basic chemical properties such that the individual can successfully segregate various waste substances for shipping or treatment; ability to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports; functional oral and written communication skills. To Apply for this Job Click Here #J-18808-Ljbffr CyberSearch