BioMedical Equipment Tech III
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Biomedical Equipment Tech IIIPosition Summary:Maintains clinical equipment through the effective use of the Medical Equipment Management Plan.Responsibilities:Demonstrates a mastery of skills and tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, calibration and repair of complex biomedical equipmentTrains and educates junior and mid-level staff and others, including clinical staff, related to the technical integration of devices/systemsConsidered a Subject Matter Expert on high-acuity clinical devices and systems in specialized acute care areasMay lead and direct the work of othersPerforms other related duties as assignedFamiliar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goalsRegular and predictable attendance is an essential job functionCompetent to meet age specific needs of the unit assignedRequirements and Minimum Qualifications:Associate's degree, military training OR academic work aligned with AAMI's Core Competencies for the Biomedical Equipment Technician required4 years' experience as a Biomedical Equipment TechAdvanced knowledge of mathematics, anatomy, physiology, biology, physics, chemistry and medical terminologyAdvanced understanding and skills related to general electromechanical systems and devices and can communicate the use of supported devicesKnowledgeable of both local and national public safety and regulatory issuesMust be available to meet the on-call rotation requirement of the departmentWorking Conditions:Moves about facility, with stooping, bending, reaching and lifting object over 50 pounds. Pushes heavy equipment and carts. Climbs ladders, balances, kneels, and crouches to make repairsMust be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position Majority of shift spent on feet walking or standing 8-12 hours per dayTypical equipment used in a clinical jobExposure to noise, electrical shock, mechanical hazards, fumes, burns, hazardous chemicals, and infectious wastes. Must be able to utilize all personal protective equipmentMust be safety conscious and aware of hazards such as cleaning solutions, needles, glass, and faulty equipment to prevent injury to self, patients, visitors and staffPossible exposure to blood and body fluids requiring the use of personal protective equipment About Kootenai HealthKootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employmentA tuition assistance program available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for itKootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution 457 retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earningsCompetitive salaries with night, weekend and PRN shift differentialsAn award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and moreRobust and interactive employee bonus program, utilize our mobile ERIN app to alert employees to new positions, make referrals and track your bonusesAnd much more If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you! Apply today! Please reach out to Recruiter or Front Desk with any questions. Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.