Biomedical Clinical Engineer III - Columbus
Job Number: 1087680
Piedmont Healthcare Corporate - Columbus, Georgia
Shift/Schedule: Full-time
Description
JOB PURPOSE:
Perform installations, repairs, and maintenance tasks on diagnostic medical equipment specific medical devices. Inspect, test, replace and adjust malfunctioning components and parts. Keep records of system problems and issues.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs general equipment repairs.
2. Performs preventive maintenance.
3. Maintains files, supplies, and parts.
4. Maintains knowledge current within field.
5. Perform cost containment measures by sourcing the most cost efficient measures to maintain diagnostic equipment.
6. Communicates with staff and customers.
7. Works on high tech laboratory or diagnostic imaging equipment.
8. Maintains regulatory documentation.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
• Exceptional Communication and Customer Service Skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex information related to the malfunctions of clinical equipment as described by clinical staff in determining equipment operational condition and ability to follow complex written instructions, perform tasks and document actions taken.
• Ability to perform during emergency or stressful situations.
• Ability to learn equipment maintenance and repair procedures from courses, service engineer representatives, and training materials.
• Computer and typing skills.
• Perform equipment database documentation.
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Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Associate’s degree in Medical Electronics, Electronic Technology, Imaging Service Technology or a related field OR related military training.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Five (5) years of experience (expert trained) performing corrective and preventive maintenance on high tech diagnostic equipment as: CT, MRI, Cath & IR labs, Nuclear Med, Mammography.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
None.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Certified Radiology Equipment Service (CRES) and/or Certified Laboratory Equipment Service (CLES) preferred but not required.
• Vendor raining preferred.
• Must possess specialized training by manufacturer or third party equipment repair in high end equipment such Diagnostic Imaging or Laboratory Equipment.
• Working knowledge of laboratory technology, imaging technology, medical terminology, medical instrumentation, anatomy, physiology, and / or laboratory equipment service techniques.
• Broad knowledge and up-to-date understanding of OSHA, NFPA, DNV, TJC, EOC, FDA, CLEA and other specific state and federal regulations and standards pertaining to equipment service and repair.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Piedmont Healthcare we embrace diverse ideas, perspectives, and skills to create a collaborative workplace where the best talent wants to succeed. We celebrate differences and recognize that they allow us to care for our community.
Excellence at Work
Piedmont is a certified Great Place to Work™-- a national designation based on employee feedback about trust, workplace culture and experience. In 2019, Forbes named Piedmont one of Georgia’s 10 best employers and the highest-ranked healthcare provider.