Purpose of Position: Under supervision, is responsible for repair, calibration, maintenance and monitoring of clinical/patient care equipment technologies, devices, instruments and systems. Exhibits knowledge and understanding of the use of various clinical equipment, common clinical terminology, electro-mechanical systems and devices. Performs professional-level inventory assessment/audits and preventive/corrective maintenance of clinical equipment, documenting all service events in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. Provides support both on-site and remotely to a health care setting or within an assigned area. Ensures optimal utilization of resources and compliance with applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations. There are two (2) Assignment Levels within this class of positions; all personnel perform related work.
For Assignment to Level I Under supervision, performs assigned duties related to repair, calibration, and maintenance of all types of general clinical equipment technologies, devices, instruments and systems used in the delivery of health care. Demonstrates proper use of tools and machinery required to complete repairs.
The following are typical tasks for both Assignment Level I and II:
1. Repairs, installs, maintains, calibrates and inspects a diverse range of general therapeutic and diagnostic biomedical instrumentation and equipment; troubleshoots basic computer issues (i.e. printer, display and other peripherals).
2. Inspects, installs and performs preventive maintenance and electrical safety testing of general clinical equipment, devices and systems.
3. Diagnoses and corrects system and equipment malfunctions and ensures appropriate personnel are kept informed of technical updates and equipment-related problems; maintains documentation on new equipment, inspections, and equipment repairs and failures.