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Job Summary
Summary<br>Maintains and assists in medical equipment management by installing, calibrating, repairing, and inspecting medical equipment.<br><br>Does this position require Patient Care?<br>No<br><br>Essential Functions<br>-Inspects newly acquired medical devices and systems for safety and function and attaches and assigns appropriate control numbers and labels to medical devices. <br>-Conducts complete performance assurance and electrical safety testing. Performs preventive/scheduled maintenance on medical devices as required. <br>
-Respond to medical equipment problems in clinical or research areas; evaluate, troubleshoot, and solve problems. <br>
-Performs equipment repairs to a level requiring generic test instrumentation or diagnostic software, e.g., to board or component level for electrical devices. <br>
-Participates in medical equipment evaluations, installations, and upgrades, including software revision. <br>
-Makes periodic rounds of assigned clinical areas to assess the operation of medical devices and systems. <br>
-Instructs department and other equipment technical staff on testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and medical equipment repair. <br>
-Documents inspections, repairs, maintenance procedures, and teaching activities. <br>
Qualifications
Education Associate's Degree Biomedical Technician required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Personal Drivers License (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles preferred MGH Security RMV Check/Registry of Motor Vehicles Driving Report - MGB Internal preferred Experience Experience as a biomedical technician. 1-2 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Demonstrates and understands the importance of interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with team members, front line staff and vendors. - Understands electrical and mechanical biomedical safety principles. - Ability to learn and perform maintenance and troubleshooting of medical devices involving appropriate test equipment and software diagnostic tools. - Ability to learn equipment maintenance, operating procedures, and repair procedures from training materials and courses. - Ability to use computer-based tools.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding Constantly (67-100%) Walking Constantly (67-100%) Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Frequently (34-66%) Pulling Frequently (34-66%) Climbing Occasionally (3-33%) Balancing Constantly (67-100%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Occasionally (3-33%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
81 Highland Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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