Biomedical Equipment Technician 1

Job Description

UW Medical Center Montlake Clinical Engineering has an outstanding opportunity for a Biomedical Electronics Technician 1.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 40 hours per week
• Day Shift
• Some call may be required

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Biomedical Equipment Technician 1 receives on-the-job training while performing entry-level biomedical equipment support functions including troubleshooting repairing maintaining installing calibrating and testing a variety of biomedical instruments apparatus systems and equipment. This position may be required to support both Montlake and Northwest Campuses

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist senior technicians with inspecting and installing medical and related technical equipment in medical and research facilities
• Learn to properly service multiple specific types of equipment and apparatus such as patient monitors electrocardiographs blood gas analyzers x-ray units defibrillators electrosurgical units anesthesia apparatus pacemakers blood pressure transducers spirometers sterilizers diathermy equipment and other related technical equipment
• Learn to repair calibrate and maintain specific types of medical equipment and how to properly maintain required documentation
• Learn to effectively communicate with customers keeping them fully informed of the status of repairs
• Learn to properly safety test medical equipment to ensure patient and staff safety with regard to electrical or mechanical hazards
• Learn to consult with medical or research staff to ascertain that the equipment functions properly and safely

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associates Degree in Electronics Biomedical Equipment Technology or related field.
• Valid drivers license required to travel between sites.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.