Job Description

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Location: Deploying to theMarshall Islands

Job Summary:

The Biomedical Equipment Technician will be assigned to repair or maintain equipment in one of three settings:

(1) Large medical/trauma hospitals,

(2) Small medical/trauma hospital and assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician,

(3) Non-surgical field Health units.

In these settings Medical Maintenance Specialists install, repair, and maintain medical equipment to ensure it is clean, safe, and functioning properly. This includes Biomedical equipment that requires use of computers with specialized software, hand tools and other repair shop equipment to diagnose and fix problems with a wide variety of healthcare technology. They will work on X-ray and ultrasound machines, respirators and heart defibrillators, electric wheelchairs and hospital beds, or medical laboratory equipment is also required. Biomedical Equipment Technician will assist with medical equipment set up, disinfect laboratory and healthcare equipment, so it is safe and ready to use.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect, maintain, adjust, calibrate, and repair a wide variety of electronic, electromechanical, and hydraulic equipment, to include patient monitors, defibrillators, medical imaging equipment (X-rays, CT scanners, and ultrasound equipment), voice-controlled operating tables, electric wheelchairs, as well as other sophisticated dental, optometric, and ophthalmic equipment.
• Perform routine scheduled maintenance to ensure that all equipment is in good working order.
• Perform safety checks and train practitioners to safely operate equipment.
• Disassembles equipment to locate causes of malfunctions or inaccuracies. Repairs or replaces defective parts. Reassembles equipment and adjusts precision components.
• Notifies manufacturers or distributors of uncorrectable equipment malfunctions to arrange for repair.
• Keeps extensive records of equipment checks, both for maintenance and repair.
• Maintains inventories and records supplies and parts.
• May be required to complete their work near patients and must avoid disturbing them.
• Document trouble and other reports, the work performed, and any system or configurations changes.
• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings and task force groups to improve quality and outcomes, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, new task efforts, and new policy requirements.
• Shall understand and practice the precepts of the American Hospital Associations Bill of Rights for patients.
• Performs duties in a safe manner and follows the corporate safety policy.
• Participates in and supports safety meetings, training, and goals.
• Ensures safe operating conditions within area of responsibility.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 5 years minimum work experience as a Biomedical Equipment Technician.
• Diploma, certificate, or an associate degree Biomedical Equipment Technology or Engineering training program (U.S. Military Biomedical Equipment Technician technical school training certification (4A2X1, 68A, or HM-8478) will also fulfill this requirement.)
• Completed the Medical Education & Training Campus (METC) Biomedical Equipment Technician certification course.
• CT scanners and similar sophisticated equipment training and repairing experience.
• Ability to work both independently and to work positively within a team environment maintaining professionalism.
• Proficiency with computer and common office equipment, as well as with MS Office products required.
• Ability to adapt to sudden changes and flexibility in work requirements to include potential shift changes based on operational needs and/or command priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills to research and resolve inquiries and respond in a timely manner.
• Requires a favorable security background check and drug screen.
• Must be current in all required certifications.
• Shall demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic word processing programs and the Acuity Medical Management Systems software.
• Normal workweek is established by the Program Manager.
• Must have a valid, current U.S. Driver's License.
• Must have a valid US Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.
• Requires a favorably adjudicated CNACI investigation conducted by the Department of Defense.
• Must sign an International Assignment Agreement (IAA) and is bound to the terms and conditions of the IAA.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

• Must be confirmed by a medical examination to be "medically and dentally fit" in accordance with Acuity Medical Readiness Guidelines and Policies and/or as directed by the Client.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment; travel to Kwajalein is required by air.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

For OFCCP compliance, the taxable entity associated with this job posting is:
Acuity-CHS, LLC

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Shift work,

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