Job Description

Under general supervision, performs corrective and preventative maintenance on patient care devices such as patient lifts, patient beds, stretchers, wheel chairs, recliners, centrifuge rpms, patient monitoring and others as assigned. Will also assist Clinical and Radiological Engineers on support for risk category I, II, III & IV devices. May require working varied shifts or weekends to meet department support needs. Reports directly to Manager of Clinical Engineering.

Education:
High School / GED required. Associates degree or military / vocational training in Electronics preferred

Licensure:
Successfully pass GBMC provided vendor training course and certification exams

Experience:
4 years job related experience.

Skills:
• Ability to use electronic hand tools.
• Ability to interpret electronic circuit diagrams and understands technical publications pertaining to biomedical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair and perform preventive maintenance of patient care equipment.
• Ability to answer and reply to service calls effectively, as well as communicate effectively to nursing staff on medical equipment repair needs.
• Knowledge of patient beds and lifts.
• Basic computer skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively.

Patient & Workplace Safety:

• Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.

Patient Population:

• Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
• Performs corrective and preventative maintenance on patient care devices such as patient lifts, patient beds, stretchers, wheel chairs, recliners, centrifuge rpm's patient monitoring and others as assigned. Will also assist Clinical and Radiological Engineers on support for risk category I, II, III & IV devices.
• Performs preventative maintenance (PM's) on assigned equipment. This includes completion of assignments within the designated timeframe, documentation input into computer, and stickers updated on all completed devices at time of completion of PM.
• Incoming Inspection and Assembly of New medical devices for patient use.
• Performs repairs on assigned equipment with minimum supervision. to include responding to repairs within the designated timeframe, informing the department immediately when a device is removed and/or re-installed during a repair event and informing the department supervisor if repair time will exceed 24 hours.
• Informs department and supervisor of unsafe equipment issues which includes removal of damaged or unsafe equipment in use and pursuing appropriate course to rectify safety issues.
• Provide nursing staff additional equipment in services to rectify proper use.
• Supports additional equipment modalities by annually assessing devices in area of responsibility and submitting to supervisor suggestions for additional in-house maintenance support and equipment replacements.
• Annually increases PM completion percentage for assigned devices.
• Assist Clinical Engineering manager in pre-purchasing and evaluation of Clinical equipment.
• Process and order repair parts.
• Manage and maintain spare and back up parts for an adequate inventory.
• Answer and reply to service calls effectively. Communicate effectively to nursing staff on the medical equipment repair needs.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy.

• Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities.

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations.

• Actively pursues learning and self-development.

• Pays attention to detail; follows through.

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others.

• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them.

• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties.

• Reports to work regularly and on time.

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team.

• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way.

• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions.

• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others.

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment.

• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers.

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment.

• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services.

• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles.

• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently.

Pay Range
$24.84 - $40.72
Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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