Biomedical Equipment Tech. 1
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Job Location:
Portland, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Department Overview
The Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) 1 performs preventive maintenance checks and basicrepairs on medical equipment under close supervision. This is the first of a three level series. TheBMET 1 is distinguished from the higher levels by the assignment of more basic clinical technologyand the degree of close supervision received. Technical consultation to personnel regarding pre-purchase planning and selection of equipment is usually not performed at this level.
Function/Duties of Position
Scheduled Maintenance and Performance Assurance
- Under supervision performs scheduled cleaning lubrication electrical/mechanical adjustments calibration performance assurance safety testing and replacement of worn or out-of-tolerance parts onpatient care laboratory and related equipment.
Unscheduled Corrective Maintenance
- Under supervision diagnoses and corrects (within limits of ability and authority) minor malfunctions in medical laboratory and other related equipment; makes required performance measurements using conventional or custom test equipment; replaces defective parts; performs routine on sightassurance testing and recalibration of equipment in various locations inhospitals and clinics. Repairs and installations at this level are of a morebasic level and somewhat routine.
In-Service (Teaching or Training)
- Upon request conducts technical in-service programs for nurses and medical staff on newly installed equipment explaining theory of operation calibration operator maintenance responsibilities and safety; conducts similar in-services on other hospital equipment; conducts general electrical and safety programs as required by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and technical theory programs for department staff and interested visitors.
Other Duties as Assigned
Required Qualifications
An Associates degree in Biomedical Equipment TechnologyOR
Certification by ICC/USCC as a Certified BMETOR
An equivalent combination of training and experience.
Job Related Knowledge Skills and Abilities (Competencies):
- Understands and employs standard and specialized testing equipment such as safety analyzer leakage meters digital and analog multimeters electronic thermometers optical wedges oscilloscopes voltage time event and temperature recorders tachometers biological and physical signal simulators voltage resistance temperature and time standards and waveform generators.
Additional Details
Busy office environment with multiple demands and interruptions primarily working with computerterminals software etc. May come in contact with radiations sources human tissue/fluids ann may beexposed to excessive noise.
Benefits:
- Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
- Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
- Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
- Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
- 8 paid holidays per year
- Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
- Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
All are welcome
Key Skills
- Hand Tools
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Transportation Management Systems
- Physiology Knowledge
- Military Experience
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Conflict Management
- Technology Management
- Computer Literacy
- Dialysis Experience
- Equipment Repair
- Troubleshooting
About Company
OHSU treats the most complex health needs in the region, makes discoveries that save lives and educates next-generation health professionals.
