Biomedical Equipment Technician II - DOE

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.


ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska's second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation's largest state.


Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.

ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.

• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances

• Discounted Pet Insurance

• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).

• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.

• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.

• Eleven Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment

• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.

• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.

• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.

• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.

• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.

• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.

• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.

• Emergency Travel Assistance

• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility

• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary:
Under general supervision, installs, tests, repairs, calibrates and maintains medical equipment in healthcare and other facilities supported by Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium.

Responsibilities:

All

Installs, tests, repairs, calibrates and maintains medical equipment supported by ANTHC. Investigates equipment failures. Performs troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose problems; identifies, locates, resolves and repairs equipment and devices. Investigates intermittent problems. Maintains accurate service records, and documents actions taken. Updates database of equipment identification, location, status, reliability and service documentation.

Schedules and performs preventive maintenance procedures. Inspects equipment for physical integrity and technical performance. Verifies power levels and functions are within licensed parameters. Research regulations, procedures, and technical reference materials. Modifies, upgrades and tests medical equipment; develops procedures as needed.

Maintains accurate records, and documents repair actions taken. Implements and monitors hazard alerts and recalls. Compiles, analyzes, and updates statistical information, reports and related documents. Develops and presents training classes; consults with users to define needs and suggests training solutions. Monitors parts inventory and usage trends and recommends procurement strategies and failure analysis.

Complies with all ANTHC safety policies and procedures, Federal Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations. Reviews recurring technical issues and recommends solutions; provides insight and technical strategy for planning of equipment upgrades.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Biomedical Equipment Technician II

Mentors Biomedical Equipment Technician I colleagues.

Performs the position responsibilities at a higher level with minimal supervision.

Biomedical Equipment Technician III

Performs the position responsibilities at the highest level with minimal or no supervision.

Analyze regulatory information and materials to assess their impact on the hospital environment; collaborate with affected departments to implement necessary changes.

Adjust, calibrate, align, and modify medical equipment circuitry and components; record performance impacts, interpret test data, and troubleshoot equipment failures.

Assist managers and directors with estimates, specifications, designs, and project support related to medical device projects; provide insight for equipment upgrades and planning.

Verify the functionality of newly installed equipment, ensuring system performance meets specifications; conduct preventive maintenance procedures and inspections for technical integrity and compliance with licensed parameters.

Mentor BMET I and BMET II colleagues and assists department supervisor with organizing projects, including locating and remediating recalled devices.

Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot complex medical systems, including performing system integrations and addressing intermittent issues.

Implement and monitor hazard alerts, recalls, and safety compliance; stay informed on regulatory issues and ensure adherence to FDA, NFPA, OSHA, and ANTHC safety policies.

Other information:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

All

Knowledge of medical electronics equipment hardware and software systems and communications devices.

Knowledge of electronic equipment functions, repair procedures, codes and standards.

Knowledge of computer networks and telecommunications equipment infrastructure.

Knowledge of safety policies and procedures, and OSHA rules and regulations.

Skill in assessing, analyzing, identifying and implementing solutions to technical problems.

Skill in reading technical diagrams and manuals.

Skill in using the techniques, tools and test equipment for troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment.

Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.

Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.

Coordination of scheduling repairs with hospital department staff as well as the removal and replacement of medical equipment requiring external maintenance.

Liaise with equipment manufacturers and vendors for technical support and procurement of parts and services.

Ability to work independently.

Biomedical Equipment Technician II/III

Ability to demonstrate comprehensive understanding and communicate the use of devices supported, including clinical equipment, radiological, and network medical systems.

Ability to troubleshoot and repair medical equipment independently.

Biomedical Equipment Technician III

Knowledge of project management terms and methods.

Knowledge of local and national public safety and regulatory issues.

Ability to analyze and interpret test data.

Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

All

An associate's degree in applied sciences, electronics, or similar discipline preferred. Progressively responsible professional/exempt work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education.

Experience in Lieu of Education: One (1) year troubleshooting, repair, preventative Maintenance and calibration of electronic equipment in the Biomedical field or Two (2) years electronic repair experience.

Biomedical Equipment Technician II

Experience in lieu of Education: Three (3) years troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance and calibration of electronic equipment in the Biomedical or related electronics field.

Biomedical Equipment Technician III

Experience in Lieu of Education: Fine (5) years troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance and calibration of electronic equipment in the Biomedical or related electronics field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

Biomedical Equipment Technician I

Non-supervisory - One (1) year of work experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.

Biomedical Equipment Technician II

Non-supervisory - Three (3) years of medical instrumentation repair and/or maintenance experience including at least two with specialized imaging equipment such as ultrasound, MR CT, or x-ray. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.

Biomedical Equipment Technician III

Non-supervisory - Five (5) years of medical instrumentation repair and/or maintenance experience including at least two with specialized imaging equipment such as ultrasound, MR CT, or x-ray. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.

MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

All

All other certifications as required for specific work area.

PREFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Biomedical Equipment Technician III Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Electronics.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

N/A

PREFERRED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

Certified Associate in Biomedical Technology (CABT).


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

All

Requires occasional travel to remote locations by boat, snowmobile, ATV or small plane. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions.

According to the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain additional specific technical certifications.