Biomedical Equipment Technician

Overview
This role oversees the maintenance and repair of biomedical equipment to ensure it is safe, reliable, and available for patient care. Responsibilities include supervising maintenance staff, managing work schedules and equipment records, coordinating projects, supporting the department budget, and working with leadership and customers to improve operations.

Schedule: 40-hours per week

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews work orders and preventive maintenance tasks to determine work priorities.

• Schedules repair, maintenance and installation of machines, tools, and equipment by self-performance and delegation of work assignments.

• Directs maintenance activities on biomedical equipment to provide the highest standards for safety, quality, and availability of medical equipment.

• Manages CMMS database.

• Coordinates special projects.

• Requisitions tools, equipment, and supplies required for operations. Directs training of workers to improve work performance and acquaint workers with Mercyhealth policies and procedures.

• Confers with Leadership, customers and quality assurance staff to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of work performance and equipment.

• Assists Manager in preparation of department budget and monitors expenditure of funds in budget.

• The Supervisor is the department representative and liaison with internal customers.

Education and Experience

• Associate Degree in Bio-Medical Engineering/Electronics or related degree or Military Bio-Medical related certification

• In lieu of a degree, 2-3 years of direct Bio-Medical experience will be considered.

Certification and Licensure

• For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles:

• Maintain a valid driver's license.

• Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

For those driving their personal vehicles:

• Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.

• Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

PAY RANGE:

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women