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Biomedical Technician 2

The University of Miami/UHealth department of Clinical Engineering has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Biomedical Technician 2 to work at the UHealth Medical Campus.

The Biomedical Technician 2 performs a variety of routine tasks, including the installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of biomedical equipment with minimum supervision.

Oversees recall and safety alert programs for medical devices, including medical device hazard investigations, to assure compliance with patient safety goals and applicable requirements.

Prioritizes work load effectively and completes all work assignments in a timely manner.

Maintains accurate medical equipment documentation.

Orders parts and supplies necessary for the servicing of medical equipment.

Conducts cross-training in the techniques of testing, calibrating, operating, and troubleshooting biomedical systems, for less experienced technicians.

Reports and documents all medical equipment operation errors and safety issues.

Maintains medical equipment technical library and makes updates when appropriate.

Supervises services provided by outside vendors to ensure quality and scope of services have been met.

Inspects incoming equipment for compliance with codes, standards, and manufacturer recommendations.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

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

Associate Degree in a related field 

If no degree or Military training in a related field, you will be required to have a Biomedical Equipment Technician Certificate. 

If an associate degree, a minimum of two years of relevant experience 

If no associate degree, a minimum of four years of relevant experience, or 

Military training in biomedical technician or equivalent, with at least two years of relevant experience. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:

Exhibits a comprehensive understanding and can communicate the use of devices supported.

Can provide comprehensive support of acuity equipment for direct patient care.

Is familiar with the operations and environment that they support such as hospital, clinic, etc.

Has comprehensive experience in their assigned clinical environment.

Equipment Expertise: Demonstrates a working knowledge of clinical equipment, radiological, laboratory and network medical systems.

Demonstrated ability to learn from others on the job. Can teach basic skills to Level I technicians. Optionally can mentor others in basic skills.

Comprehensive knowledge level and experienced in most or all facets of job. Possesses an intermediate level of expertise and is capable of assisting less experienced technicians.

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion. 

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Ability to use an equipment management program that meets current CMS, TJC, AHCA, and other AHJ requirements.

Knowledge of electrical safety theory and be able to perform electrical safety testing on medical equipment.

Ability to manage a recall and safety alert program for medical devices including medical device hazard investigations to assure compliance with patient safety goals, SMDA, and TJC requirements.

Knowledge of field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

Intermediate computer skills / abilities

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

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

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.

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