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Job Summary: The Biomedical Equipment Technician I (BMET I) provides clinical equipment services under the supervision of BMET II and BMET III. Responsibilities include validation and inspection of clinical equipment for completeness, mechanical and electrical safety, and proper operation. The BMET I performs planned maintenance inspections, calibrations, and repairs of general biomedical equipment. The BMET I assists other technicians in the troubleshooting and major repair of complex equipment.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Assists in performance assurance inspections, scheduled maintenance, electrical safety inspections, and operation verification procedures of general biomedical equipment.
• Assists in electrical safety tests on general biomedical equipment using specialized test equipment and instrumentation.
• Assists in the support of a systematic preventative maintenance program of biomedical equipment.
• Performs a variety of routine tasks associated with the installation, service and calibration of a diverse range of therapeutic and diagnostic biomedical instrumentation.
• Assembles, repairs and maintains mechanical, electrical and basic electronic devices according to specifications.
• Provides general technical assistance and instruction to Mary Washington Healthcare personnel in the operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families, and Mary Washington Healthcare Associates in person and via phone.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation for medical equipment records.
• Installs, maintains, services, modifies, troubleshoots and calibrates a variety of diagnostic, therapeutic and life support devices by interpreting engineering and vendor information, schematic diagrams and graphic illustrations.
• Meets all departmental performance indicator standards as established by Mary Washington Healthcare for regulatory requirements.
• Develops and implements a plan for professional growth.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Electronics or Biomedical Equipment
• Technology preferred. 6 months experience in electronic, mechanical or electromechanical repair or equivalent required.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

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Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills.  Ability to multi-task.  Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.  

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. 

“It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.”

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