BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN (BMET) Job in Belleville 62223, Illinois US

                                    GTW, CONSULTANTS ASSOCIATES, LLC    
 
 
Company Job Title:              BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN (BMET)
Chenega Job Title:               Technician I, Field Services  
Clearance:                             Background
Location:                                IL, Belleville
Reports To:                           Program Manager
FLSA Status:                         Regular, Full-Time, Salary, Non-Exempt
Prepared Date:                      3/21/2012
Approved Date:                     3/21/2012       
 
 
Summary
Provides technology management and equipment repair/calibration support for the medical treatment facility. The position assesses and evaluates the condition of in-use medical equipment for maintenance, upgrade, or replace decisions.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
 
·         Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
 
·         Knowledge of and skills in applying a wide range of specialized methods, principles, and techniques of electronics and complex medical system failures, recovery of systems, adjusting, modifying, and improving systems to include hardware and software components.
 
·         Knowledge of a wide range of electronic principles and practices, operating parameters, capabilities, and limitations of electronic systems associated with complex medical systems/equipment; and of systems and component design, capabilities, configurations, limitations, and functional operation; and of various types of electronic logic.
 
·         Knowledge of Air Force, Department of Defense, The Joint Commission, CAP, OSHA, NFPA, NEC and FDA regulations, procedures, and practices.
 
·         Skill in the interpretation of technical data such as drawings, schematics, blueprints, and specifications of complete electronic systems; in analyzing problems in integrated/interfacing systems involving numerous complex circuits; and in using complex electronic and electromechanical test and measuring equipment using integrated test functions for different purposes.
 
·         Ability of modify standard procedures, adapt equipment or techniques, and make departures from previous approaches to solve technical problems or improve system performance for highly complex electronic systems; to trace electronics logic from one system to another; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships to represent the organization in a professional manner.
 
·         Ability to use computer terminals to enter and extract data to maintain records and document actions.
 
·         Test and calibrate components and equipment following manufacturers' manuals and troubleshooting techniques, using hand tools, power tools and measuring devices.
 
·         Keep records of maintenance, repair, and required updates of equipment.
 
·         Inspect and test malfunctioning medical and related equipment following manufacturers' specifications, using test and analysis instruments.
 
·         Disassemble malfunctioning equipment and remove, repair and replace defective parts such as motors, clutches or transformers.
 
·         Perform preventive maintenance or service such as cleaning, lubricating and adjusting equipment.
 
·         Test, evaluate, and classify excess or in-use medical equipment and determine serviceability, condition, and disposition in accordance with regulations.
 
·         Examine medical equipment and facility's structural environment and check for proper use of equipment, to protect patients and staff from electrical or mechanical hazards and to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
 
·         Study technical manuals and attend training sessions provided by equipment manufacturers to maintain current knowledge.
 
·         Solder loose connections, using soldering iron.
 
·         Explain and demonstrate correct operation and preventive maintenance of medical equipment to personnel.
 
Supervision
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
 
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
 
Education and/or Experience
·         Education. An associate degree in biomedical equipment technology or engineering required. Certification as a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) through the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) is mandatory within 12-months of start of performance.
 
·         At least two years of biomedical equipment technician experience is required.
 
·         Work Environment/Physical Requirements. Work will be accomplished in various departments of the medical treatment facility or logical extension of the facility (i.e., satellite clinic, health and wellness centers). Work areas may include isolated wards and in contaminated areas where personal protected equipment is required. Occasionally work on electrical live wires, switches and transformers of various high voltage levels, exposing the worker to the possibility of shock, cuts, bruises, scrapes and serious burns. Exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation is possible, the contractor shall use appropriate safety procedures and devices as required by the Government.
 
·         Physical Requirements. The nature of the work requires moderate physical effort. The biomedical equipment technician frequently is required to lift, carry or otherwise, handle, items weighing up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds) with occasional encounters involving items greater than 18 kilograms. Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping and working in cramped and awkward positions for prolonged periods is required. In addition to health requirements in the contract, the individual must pass color vision test.
 
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Excel Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Clearance:
·         A valid driver’s license is required for the position in order to obtain authorization to drive a Government motor vehicle to service medical equipment that may be located in other buildings.
 
Competencies - To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
 
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
 
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
 
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
 
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
 
Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
 
Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
 
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
 
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
 
Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
 
Mathematical Skills - Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
 
Reasoning Ability - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
 
Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
 
Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
 
The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.
 
During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions.  Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.
 
Chenega Corporation is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. Native preference under PL 93-638. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
 

Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience
• Education. An associate degree in biomedical equipment technology or engineering required. Certification as a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) through the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) is mandatory within 12-months of start of performance.

• At least two years of biomedical equipment technician experience is required.

• Work Environment/Physical Requirements. Work will be accomplished in various departments of the medical treatment facility or logical extension of the facility (i.e., satellite clinic, health and wellness centers). Work areas may include isolated wards and in contaminated areas where personal protected equipment is required. Occasionally work on electrical live wires, switches and transformers of various high voltage levels, exposing the worker to the possibility of shock, cuts, bruises, scrapes and serious burns. Exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation is possible, the contractor shall use appropriate safety procedures and devices as required by the Government.

• Physical Requirements. The nature of the work requires moderate physical effort. The biomedical equipment technician frequently is required to lift, carry or otherwise, handle, items weighing up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds) with occasional encounters involving items greater than 18 kilograms. Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping and working in cramped and awkward positions for prolonged periods is required. In addition to health requirements in the contract, the individual must pass color vision test.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Excel Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Clearance:
• A valid driver’s license is required for the position in order to obtain authorization to drive a Government motor vehicle to service medical equipment that may be located in other buildings.


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