Biomedical Equipment Technician Supervisor (BMET Supervisor)

ISS SOLUTIONS

Who are we and what do we do?

ISS Solutions is an industry leader in clinical engineering services, providing solutions that help healthcare organizations provide high quality patient care through timely, accurate, and cost-effective delivery of clinical equipment services. Additionally, our services help clients meet regulatory requirements and contribute positively to their bottom line.

About our Culture

ISS Solutions' culture is what differentiates us from our competition. We look for talented, hardworking, goal-oriented individuals who are eager to learn, grow and who demonstrate a can-do attitude to overcome challenges.

Position: Biomedical Equipment Technician, Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY:

Supervises the day-to-day operations of technical personnel in an assigned area. Additionally, the functions, qualifications, and detailed responsibilities described elsewhere for a Biomedical Equipment Technician, Senior Level, applies to this position.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Approximately 20-40% of time applied to the following supervisory activities:

Supervises, inspects and oversees, as required, technicians in the performance of job tasks

Implements technology management services at client sites. Coordinates delivery of services to clients, to include ancillary services such as: gas monitoring testing, receptable testing, and additional outside service needs

Compiles area inspection and job completion reports, and delivers these reports to the clients in his/her assigned area

Ensures that all subordinate paperwork is completed and submitted per established procedures

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

In addition to qualifications of a BMET Senior Level, candidates for the BMET Supervisor must have demonstrated the ability to supervise and instruct co-workers in the performance of job tasks over an extended period of time (ideally 2 years as a BMET Senior level).

The following performance expectations represent core competency requirements for the position of BMET Supervisor:

Maintains knowledge of the clinical purpose, proper operating procedures, maintenance requirements, and risks associated with use, of the medical devices for which the technician has maintenance responsibilities

Troubleshoots equipment problems to component level

Demonstrates proper and effective use of test equipment, input simulators, and hand tools

Interprets schematic diagrams and performs circuit analysis

Demonstrates effective equipment assembly/disassembly and component replacement skills

Interacts in a professional manner with all client staff, patients, and co-workers

Maintains knowledge of, and compliance with ISS Solutions Service Reporting System policies and procedures

Maintains knowledge of current medical equipment related regulatory standards and methods of compliance

Maintains knowledge of, and compliance with corporate, and client mandated policies regarding workplace safety issues (infection control, fire safety, hazard communications, etc.)

Demonstrates effective workload management

Demonstrates effective leadership skills

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Must be experienced in the troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining of medical devices having worked for at least five years in an in-house BMET program in a health care institution or with a clinical engineering program dealing with a variety of medical device and patient care facility issues. Prior experience supervising a group of technicians responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing most medical equipment commonly found in health care institutions is desirable.

Educational background should include the completion of a two-year Associates degree program in Biomedical Equipment Technology or military/non-military equivalent

Must have the ability to troubleshoot, repair, overhaul and modify most types of electric, electronic, electro-mechanical and pneumatic medical instruments and be able to effectively instruct others in these matters

Must demonstrate efficient record keeping abilities

Must possess crisis management skills

Familiarity with TJC standards in general and Environment of Care (EOC) elements related to medical equipment in particular

AAMI Certification as a Biomedical Equipment Technician should be attained within one year of accepting this position and kept current

Must be able to access and work in confined spaces with little or no assistance

Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. to chest height unassisted and 60 lbs. assisted

Must be able and willing to work with potentially harmful/irritating chemicals

Must have exceeded all of the requirements of a BMET, Senior Level

Benefits

Our benefits package is designed to attract, retain, and motivate high caliber professionals in support of the mission and goals of ISS Solutions. We offer a full array of benefits that add value to your compensation package and protect you and your family. This includes medical/dental insurance, paid holidays, and paid time off, which provide for personal well-being. In addition, we offer a 401K with a generous company match, short-term disability, company paid long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts that help to contribute to your financial security.

Qualified Senior Level Technicians candidates will be considered.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Women and Minorities encouraged to apply.

ISS Solutions no longer hires applicants who use tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars and chewing or smokeless tobacco. Applicants will be screened for nicotine as part of the pre-employment process. Nicotine will be part of the urine drug screen. Applicants who test positive for nicotine will not be offered employment. Applicants who test positive may re-apply for jobs within 30 days.