Biomedical Technician 3

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About the role

The University of Miami/UHealth department of Clinical Engineering has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Biomedical Technician 3 to work in Miami, FL. The Biomedical Technician 3 performs a variety of routine tasks, including the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of complex biomedical equipment. Additionally, an employee in this position provides technical guidance to other junior technicians and relevant subordinate staff within the department.

• Maintains accurate medical equipment documentation.
• Supervises services provided by outside vendors to ensure quality and scope of services are met.
• Maintains current knowledge of pertinent regulatory agencies and the policies, codes, standards, and regulations that apply to the clinical equipment.
• Inspects incoming equipment for compliance with codes, standards, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Orders parts and supplies necessary for the servicing of medical equipment.
• Provides technical guidance, mentoring, and training to other employees in the department.
• Serves as a reference source for engineering and clinical staff with regards to appropriate procedures for the operation and maintenance of clinical equipment.
• Uses office automation hardware and software and diagnostic service software.
• Updates medical equipment technical library as new versions are available.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• The Biomedical Technician III works within the Clinical Engineering section of Facilities Operations & Planning, maintaining clinical equipment through the effective use of the Medical Equipment Management Plan. Performs a variety of tasks, including the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of complex biomedical equipment.
• The Biomedical Technician III will be utilizing standard and specialized electronic test equipment and tools to perform calibration, maintenance, and repairs of medical equipment.
• Repairs, tests, and calibrates most classes of medical equipment according to OEM recommendations.
• Performs departmental audits/rounds and inventory reconciliation.
• Serves as a member of hospital's Environment of Care, Medical Equipment and/or other appropriate committees.
• Prioritizes workload effectively and complete all work assignments in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate medical equipment documentation as required by current policies and procedures.
• Responds to medical devices recalls and documents action in the ECRI and the CMMS databases.
• Orders parts and supplies necessary for the servicing of medical equipment to maintain required par levels.
• Documents work order time and expenses in a timely and accurate manner.
• Supervises services provided by outside vendors to ensure quality and scope of services have been met.
• Maintains documentation required by management and as outlined by current policies and procedures.
• Inspects incoming equipment for compliance with codes, standards, and manufacturer's recommendations.
• Serves as a reference source for clinical engineering and clinical staff with regards to appropriate procedures for the operation and maintenance of clinical equipment.
• Uses office automation hardware, software, and diagnostic service software appropriate to the equipment being serviced.
• Demonstrates initiative and concern for planning, time utilization and cost containment.
• Supports multiple hospitals, specialized laboratories, and clinical research facilities.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Must have effective communication skills, both oral and written.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Pay and benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff