Biomedical Technician - Sinai Medical Center

Department:
11537 Advocate Aurora Health Corporate - HTM: Corporate Administration
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
1st shift
Major Responsibilities:

• Analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs diagnostic and therapeutic medical devices utilizing established electronic test and measurement equipment and techniques.
• Installs, calibrates, and tests new medical electronic devices and/or systems.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance on medical electronic devices in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations, applicable codes, standards and department policy. Lifts, carries and/or pushes/pulls various items (bags, boxes, carts, etc.) while utilizing proper technique.
• Conducts scheduled and unscheduled electrical and functional safety inspections on medical devices.
• Interacts with clinical staff on a regular basis to insure needs are being met.
• Documents and maintains accurate records of all inspections, repairs, adjustments, etc. performed on all equipment.
• Modifies existing electronic devices and systems to meet the special needs of the user in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
• Requests and/or orders necessary repair and spare parts according to established procedures and contract relationships. Makes recommendations for capital equipment replacements to Clinical Engineering Leadership. Interacts with manufacturer's representatives to obtain the necessary technical product information.
• Participates in both internal and external educational programs through professional associations, technical training courses, and seminars to develop and maintain the required current technical aptitude.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• A valid driver's license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.

Education Required:

• Associate's Degree in Electronics or other training may be considered

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 2 years of experience in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting experience, design and modification of biomedical equipment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office or similar products (primarily Word and Excel). Basic knowledge of networking technology.
• Use of personal vehicle for travel to various sites is required/expected.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Walks the majority of the workday as well as stands, sits, lifts, bends, and reaches above shoulders throughout.
• Must be able to:
• lift up to 25 lbs. from floor to waist and up to 30 lbs. overhead.
• lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• push with 50 lbs. of force.
• pull with 40 lbs. of force.
• Working environment may contain dust/dirt, fumes, and odors.
• Exposed to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards as well as blood and body fluids. As a result, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
• Position requires travel. May be exposed to road and weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties. Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties.