PERFORMANCE PLANNING

To provide safe and properly functioning clinical equipment systems and electronic instrumentation in a cost-effective manner.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.  Develops policies and procedures related to the use, management, and support of biomedical equipment.

2.  Helps design, implement, and maintain safe and properly functioning Clinical Equipment. 

3.  Installation, inventory, inspection, and repair of Clinical/Biomedical equipment systems and electronic equipment.

4.  Attend training and seminars as required. 

5.  Maintain proficiency in the operation and repair of assigned equipment. 

6.  Make presentations at shop meetings. 

7.  Performs in-services as requested.

8.  Participates in on-call coverage. 

9.  Process equipment recall and alerts according to assignments.

10.  Maintains equipment records.

11.  Uses a Team approach to the management of clinical equipment systems and other electronic equipment systems. 

12.  Uses critical thinking skills to inspect, troubleshoot and repair clinical equipment systems and electronic equipment.

13.  Completes work orders and documents completion of work orders and outcomes.

14.  Assists with cross-training of other employees on equipment safety, operation, repair, and usage.

15.  May cross train to work in other areas of Clinical Engineering. 

16.  Assists with project implementation.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

 High School Diploma or GED required. An associate’s degree in Biomedical, IT Technology, or Electronics or equivalent experience is preferred however not required. Must be able to operate electronic devices DMM’s, safety analyzers, and patient simulators.  Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable as defined by DCH’s insurer.  Such standard is subject to time. Must be able to function well in a patient care environment, interacting with healthcare staff, patients, and visitors. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.