Clinical Engineer Technical Support 2Nd St Luke's

Department:
37807 Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center - Tendick Center Surgery Heart Failure
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
2nd shift
Major Responsibilities:

• Provides technical and clinical direction and support to nursing staff and physicians on medical equipment operation, application, and safety. Relates hemodynamics, ECG tracings and pathophysiology of the patient to the equipment.
• Responsible for sharing on-call with other engineers to provide 24 hour support for VAD/TAH implants, explants or malfunctions as well as troubleshooting other critical care technology. Position requires flexibility in hours and occasional overtime as staffing and clinical needs dictate.
• Provides training to staff, physicians, patients and families in the safe and proper use of medical equipment.
• Calibrates and maintains all associated equipment. Troubleshoots equipment problems and reports any defective equipment to the appropriate personnel.
• Assists nursing staff with basic patient care responsibilities at the bedside, including assisting with patient ambulation, turning patients and assisting with crisis intervention.
• Communicates effectively with the team by disseminating information by participating in staff meetings, and by using the report sheets.
• Develops procedures and guidelines to assist staff in proper utilization of medical equipment.
• Maintains records on VAD/TAH patients and enters information into national databases.
• Consults with the Supervisor in the purchase of new equipment. Assists with new product evaluations by assessing clinical needs.
• Collaborates with various departments to control equipment and supply costs.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field. May consider less education

Experience Required:

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Excellent communication and human relation skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office or similar products (primarily Word and Excel). Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of networking technology.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task.
• Excellent patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must have ability to interact effectively and have excellent human relations and communication skills.
• 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.
• Must be able to maneuver in limited spaces, that is lift, bend, twist as needed.
• Must be able to operate all equipment that is essential to performing 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.