Biomedical Equipment Technician Ii

The Biomedical Equipment Technician II must possess intermediate-level experience in the planning, integration, repair, calibration, and maintenance on basic to complex Biomedical Equipment and instrumentation, and the associated support systems used in healthcare delivery, working under general supervision.

To be effective in the position the employee can express ideas clearly and in a professional manner both orally and in writing. The interpersonal skills necessary for the position include effective communication with a wide variety of internal and external customers which foster a positive impression on NovaMed Corporation’s Brand. The position requires on-call duties which will require occasional weekend and off hours work. There are travel requirements for the position which include support of several offsite facilities. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP! Candidates who are interested in obtaining certification (CBET) are encouraged to apply.

General Duties:

• Perform routine repair and maintenance on a variety of medical equipment on-site and at satellite facilities.
• Work from drawings, technical manuals, and other specifications to troubleshoot and repair medical and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment in a logical sequence which results in the proper identification and correction of malfunctions in a timely manner. Perform post-repair testing to confirm equipment function.
• Inspect, test, and calibrate equipment. Perform first look service on nurse call system, security, televisions, and other Value-Added services as required.
• Assist with equipment inventory verification. Responsible for keeping an accurate inventory of equipment and associated modules/probes, parts, test equipment and tools needed for proper maintenance for the fleet of equipment.
•  Prepare timely and complete documentation. Perform “first look” on Value Added services such as nurse call system, security systems, televisions, etc. as needed.
• Follow client and NovaMed Corporation policies & procedures. Comply with standard protocols, regulatory standards & codes.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A.S. Degree - Electronics, Biomedical, or related - OR equivalent military training.
• Knowledge of electronic principles and devices.
• Basic computer proficiency (data entry & word processing).
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology.
• Prior satisfactory customer service experience.
• Good written & oral communications skills.
• History of attention to detail and good time management.

Requirements: 

• Basic proficiency in PC software (MS Word, Excel preferred).
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work with small parts, tools.
• Vision rated as normal for close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to change focus.
• Ability to reach, climb, balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, etc. to service medical equipment.
• Hearing within 80-100% of normal range (hearing aid acceptable to attain required range).
• Able to lift, move 35 - 40 lb.
• Potential limited exposure to hazardous physical, chemical and/or biological agents.
• Able to provide documentation of current authorization to work in the United States. 

NovaMed Corporation has provided services to clients for over forty years. We are dedicated to maintaining quality programs to assist our customers in meeting the standard of care required by the communities they serve.

Our non-supervisory technical employees receive competitive wages with overtime compensation, plus paid leave & holiday time, and excellent benefits including health, dental and life/disability insurances, 401(k) plan, pre-tax flexible spending accounts for health & childcare, tuition reimbursement, job-related training.

NovaMed Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively work to create an inclusive environment where all our employees can thrive.