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Form of workOverviewAt Houston Methodist, the Biomedical Engineer position is responsible for the application of engineering principles and techniques to the medical field which combines the design and problem-solving skills of engineering with medical and biological sciences to improve healthcare diagnosis, monitoring, and therapy. The Biomedical Engineer position must apply the latest software programs and mathematical models to design, develop and test new materials and equipment to benefit healthcare professionals and their patients, ensuring the safety and functionality of their creations before the start of manufacturing. This position works with physicians, technicians, and manufacturers to make sure any novel product is feasible in terms of design and economic viability.Houston Methodist StandardPATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVEDRefer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.
HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS
- Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:
- INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
- COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.
- ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.
- RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.
- EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.
- Practices the Caring and Serving Model
- Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards
- Provides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)
- Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience.
- Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job
- Displays cultural humility, diversity, equity and inclusion principles
- Actively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values
- Coordinates meetings, flow lab experiments, device testing and communication between a number of involved clinicians, researchers, engineers, and other scientific professionals.
- Works as a member of a interprofessional team using excellent listening and speaking skills to present research findings. Writes reports, attend conferences and exhibitions to present work and latest designs to a range of technical and non-technical audiences.
- Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity, and inclusion principles. Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
- Performs the design, layout, testing, and evaluation of mechanical and electro-mechanical devices or systems. Performs drawing board layout and interpretation and implementation of customer specifications and documentation requirements.
- Adapts or designs computer hardware or software for medical science use. Ensures accurate systems and devices are in compliance with codes, ordinances, and statutes.
- Diagnoses and interprets bioelectric data, using signal processing techniques.
- Reports research findings through scientific publication, oral presentation, and formal documents with regards to industry contracts and funded grant proposals.
- Evaluates the safety, efficiency and effectiveness of biomedical equipment and devices. Generates reports for safe equipment management and quality improvement.
- Participates in continuous improvement activities by identifying and appropriately escalating process and product quality gaps, providing solutions when possible.
- Contributes in the writing of research grants and contracts.
- Identifies cost savings or revenue opportunities within the department and Houston Methodist. Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.
- Identifies and pursues funding for innovative future research through grant and proposal writing and collaboration with other research groups and institutions.
- Designs and develops medical diagnostic and clinical instrumentation, equipment, and procedures, utilizing the principles of engineering sciences.
- Stays up-to-date with new developments in the field, nationally and internationally.
- Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering-related field
- Four years' experience in a healthcare-related environment; if Master's degree, no experience
- Experience developing functional prototypes, device design review and modification, data analysis
- N/A
- CCE - Certified Clinical Engineer (HTCC)
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Applies engineering principles and experience in evaluation of new technologies and services
- Maintains current knowledge of regulations, laws, and standards which apply to medical instrumentation
- Knowledgeable of and ensures compliance with all biomedical service organization policies and procedures, applicable laws, and regulations as they apply to this position
- Ability to analyze the needs of patients and customers and provide solutions to problems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with others, including Medical Scientists, other Engineers and patients
- Advanced presentation skills to express ideas clearly
- Analytical skills for assessing patient needs and coming up with appropriate design solutions
- Good listening and interpersonal skills for dealing with patients, Therapists, Physicians and other business professionals
- Advanced math skills to analyze, design and troubleshoot work
- Excellent problem-solving skills for addressing problems in complex biological systems
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional Yes
- Other (department approved) No
ON-CALL**Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
TRAVEL****Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Houston Methodist Research Institute was formed in 2004 to rapidly and efficiently translate discoveries made in the laboratory and the clinic into new diagnostics, therapies, and treatments. The research institute was created to provide the infrastructure and support for these endeavors, and to house the technology and resources needed to make innovative breakthroughs in important areas of human disease. A 540,000 square foot building dedicated to research, the research institute houses over 1,500 staff and trainees, 284 principal investigators and has more than 570 ongoing clinical trials.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
