BMET II - Livingston, NJReq #:0000149381

Category:Biomedical Engineering

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services

Department:Clinical Engineering

Location:

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 Old Short Hillls Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Job Overview:

BMET II can demonstrate confidence in using test equipment to diagnose and service medical equipment. Ensures all medical equipment meets manufacture specifications and is safe for patient care. Can demonstrate troubleshooting skills necessary to minimize down time and loss of continuity of care. Can assist clinical staff in the use of medical equipment, documents all work performed and participates in the Biomedical Engineering emergency on-call program. Staff assists management in meeting regulatory requirements and department/organizational goals. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum AAS degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent work/military experience in Biomedical Engineering.

• 3 to 7 years of hands on experience

• Medical equipment manufacture certification

• Advance knowledge of electronic test equipment

• Developed troubleshooting skills

• Knowledge and function of various medical devices

• Knows MS-Office and other computer applications

• Understands Medical terminology

Preferred:

• Knowledge of computers and networks

• Life support/life saving equipment manufacture certification

• Eligible for AAMI/ICC certification

• Leadership experience

Scheduling Requirements:

• 8:00A 4:00P Mon-Fri

• On-call responsibilities will be required one week out of five (approx 3 months after start date)

• Working locations- Mainly CBMC, occasionally ACC

Essential Functions:

• Conducts preventive maintenance inspections appropriate to level of job competence using appropriate productivity & quality measures.

• Effectively responds to service requests, competently troubleshoots & repairs medical equipment appropriate to job proficiency level using established productivity & quality measures, demonstrating good judgment on performing component vs. circuit board level repairs.

• Inspects new medical devices & equipment with competence appropriate to job proficiency level.

• Assist Manager in maintaining and fulfilling the department/organization s regulatory requirements and goals.

• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of shop safety on the use of departmental electronic test equipment.

• Participates in On Call duties after normal working hours.

• Upon assignment, assist Manager with responding to/correcting medical equipment recalls/device alerts from manufactures and/or F.D.A.

• Assists Manager in giving medical equipment in-services to both operational and technical staff for specified medical devices.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer