GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Biomedical Electronics Technician II works under general supervision to independently perform a variety of journey-level work including coordinating all phases of equipment maintenance and new equipment installations of medical equipment involved in the treatment, care diagnosis and monitoring of patients. Takes a lead role in the inspection, installation and ongoing service of assigned medical equipment and medical systems. Is able to support complex hardware and software medical systems including anesthesia systems, ECG systems, electrosurgical units, fetal monitors, lasers and ventilators. May also be responsible for the support of complex non-medical systems such as two way interactive video (TWIV) and closed access television (CATV) systems. Utilizes extensive knowledge of manufacturer's manuals, troubleshooting techniques and preventive maintenance schedules to repair, calibrate and maintain medical equipment. Has a working knowledge of the networking and operating systems that are used in both specialized medical systems and the Medical Center's network infrastructure in general. Provides direction, support and mentoring to Biomedical Electronics Technician I personnel. Works closely with clinical departments to conduct pre-purchase evaluations of equipment and advises on appropriate purchases.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Provides direction and information on biomedical electronics repair and maintenance to Biomedical Electronics Technician I staff.

3. *Coordinates all phases of biomedical electronic equipment maintenance; writes and updates preventative maintenance procedures as needed.

4. *Installs new biomedical electronic equipment and systems assigned according to schedule; troubleshoots, repairs and sends to outside service site for repair any equipment found to be defective; modifies equipment to meet customer needs.

5. *Maintains, administers and updates specialized hardware and software systems and maintains accurate project- related documentation.

6. *Serves as a special project leader on Medical Center wide projects in order to ensure that medical equipment system implementation is effective; trains clinical staff in the proper operation of medical equipment systems; provides support to clinical staff to troubleshoot problems.

7. *Works closely with clinical departments to conduct pre-purchase evaluations of equipment and advises on appropriate purchases.

8. *Safety tests equipment and Medical Center's structural environment to ensure patient and staff safety from electrical and mechanical hazards.

9. *Evaluates electronic equipment maintenance history and recommends service options to provide the most cost effective solutions while maintaining the required quality, safety, and minimum amount of equipment down time.

10. *Complies with established safety policies and procedures at all times; informs appropriate personnel of any detected safety hazards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree in Electronics or Biomedical Electronics or equivalency required. Minimum of three (3) years full time electronics experience in the medical equipment service field required. AAMI CBET, CRES or CLES certification preferred. Certification by multiple original equipment manufacturers to repair medical equipment preferred.