Biomedical Equipment Tech I - La Jolla - 140404

Under supervision, assists with diagnostic trouble-shooting, repair and maintenance of sophisticated and complex electronic, electro-mechanical and mechanical biomedical and laboratory equipment. Examples include ventilators, surgical lasers, patient monitoring systems and other microprocessors, microcomputers and minicomputer based instrumentation. Repairs and maintains other non-direct patient care equipment. Assists with evaluation of new, proposed and existing equipment and related maintenance programs making recommendations for changes. Performs acceptance inspection of new biomedical equipment and ensures equipment meets manufacturers' specifications for safe and proper use. Completes purchase requisitions for parts and supplies. Contributes to continuous quality improvement projects and activities. Performs other related duties as assigned. Fulfills team roles as needed.

• Formal electronics training.

• Mechanical, electromechanical and electronic skills, including ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics, perform electrical, electromechanical and mechanical assembly and repair.

• General knowledge of medical equipment.

• Ability to communicate with staff and vendors regarding equipment issues with both verbal and written communication methods.

• Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

• Use of PC applications and networking

• Flexible to work alternative shifts, be available on a paid standby basis for emergency repair calls on nights, weekends and holidays, and work overtime for special projects and emergency repairs.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.