BIO-MED TECH in Hattiesburg, Mississippi at Forrest General Hospital

Job Summary:

The BMET I is an entry-level position within the Biomedical Engineering Department responsible for supporting the maintenance, safety, and reliability of general medical equipment throughout the organization. Duties include performing safety inspections, troubleshooting and maintaining medical devices, calibrating and installing equipment, completing required upgrades, and reporting equipment-related or operator-related incidents. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Under the close supervision of a BMET II, BMET III, or the Biomedical Manager, the BMET I maintains accurate documentation of scheduled maintenance, corrective maintenance, and safety testing. All work must be completed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, regulatory requirements, and departmental policies and procedures.

The position requires effective and respectful communication with patients, families, visitors, and employees of all ages. The BMET I must demonstrate professionalism and sensitivity to diverse cultural and religious beliefs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PEOPLE (25%)

Interacts with others in a supportive, respectful manner.

Listen to feedback and input carefully, demonstrate attention to others, and acknowledge and listen to different perspectives in a group.

Communicate with customers to obtain access to equipment and resolve equipment issues.

Participate in projects, such as inspections and installation of new medical equipment, as assigned.

SERVICE (25%)

Consistently meets regulatory and department guidelines, such as PM compliance. PM compliance for assigned medical equipment at a minimum of 95% and life support equipment at 100% each month. Consistently meets departmental goal for "Open Repair Cases Average (OCA)."

Works with hospital departments, communicates the status of repairs, and ensures minimal equipment downtime.

Demonstrates high service standards, such as responding promptly to customer requests and identifying and anticipating customer requirements, expectations, and needs.

QUALITY / SAFETY (25%)

Document all equipment support activities performed in the database entirely, accurately, and on time as per established guidelines.

Troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs all assigned patient medical equipment per manufacturer-established specifications.

Demonstrates solid technical skills in analyzing, calibrating, and installing assigned medical equipment.

Utilizes tools and test equipment appropriately. Keeps an inventory of assigned tools and test equipment.

Maintains a safe and clean work environment. Demonstrates knowledge and behaviors related to environmental, employee, or patient safety requirements.

FINANCE (10%)

Manages time effectively to meet established department guidelines.

Utilizes department resources and supplies efficiently.

Consistently meets productivity goal of 75% of working hours documented in the TMS.

GROWTH / INNOVATION (15%)

Evaluate and recommend new ideas that improve medical equipment quality, safety, and service.

Participates in Annual Technical Competency to establish future training needs.

Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in changing demands and displays initiative to improve relative to job function.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Skills

Associate Degree in Biomedical Technology (BMET), Electronics Technology, Electronics Engineering, or related field required within six (6) months of hire date OR successful completion of Military BMET training.

Work Experience:

Preferred one year of experience maintaining electronics, electromechanical, or medical equipment, but not required.

Mental Demands:

Courtesy, diplomacy, and cooperation in dealing with visitors, review agencies, physicians, hospital staff, and team members. Exceptional oral and written skills are required to relate effectively to Hospital and medical staff. The individual must have the ability to use a personal computer. Working knowledge of medical terminology is necessary. Must have a high energy level and be capable of handling pressure situations mentally and physically. The individual must be able to type and be familiar with spelling, grammar, and punctuation rules. The individual must be able to use a computer display station, copier, telephone, personal computer, tube system, and calculator. Working knowledge of medical terminology is necessary. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written or oral form. Capable of handling pressure situations with professionally demanding customers. Use tact and courtesy to resolve customer-related issues. Possess the ability to learn new methodologies.