Imaging Electronics Technician - Midland, Saginaw, Alma

Summary

This position provides specialized repair and preventative maintenance services to general diagnostic imaging equipment and biomedical equipment.

Responsibilities

(35%)* Performs timely repair and maintenance primarily on general imaging equipment, to include software and networking troubleshooting and configuration of clinical diagnostic systems.

(35%)* Performs timely electrical safety, performance testing and preventative maintenance on general medical, radiology and/or imaging equipment. The electrical safety and performance testing is done to verify compliance with MyMichigan Health, MDCIS, and Joint Commission guidelines.

(20%) Provides and maintains documentation and record keeping on medical, radiology, and/or imaging equipment inventory. Documentation information includes purchase information, warranty and contract information, performance and safety testing information, in-house and vendor performed service history and work orders, and parts inventory .

(10%)* Acquires parts and supplies necessary for the most cost effective maintenance of medical imaging equipment.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Utilizes training opportunities to significantly reduce contract dependency for general imaging equipment.

Provides appropriate service cost history to the System Manager with an emphasis on contract vs. time and material contrasts for the continual reduction of service expense.

Provides on-call coverage on a rotating basis.

Evaluates all aspect of equipment requirements. Evaluations include pre-purchase agreements, preventative maintenance scheduling, service history trends, service contracts, equipment replacement, etc.

Verifies or develops PM procedures that meet manufacture or AEM specifications and regulatory compliance.

Participates in continuing education, performance improvement initiatives, and MyMichigan learning requirements. Provides in-services as needed and cross trains other techs.

Assists Biomedical Technicians and Specialists with preventative maintenance and repairs as needed.

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or System Manager.

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.

An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MidMichigan Health.

Certifications and Licensures

Credential: DMVCHECK: DMV Record Check

Equivalent Experience:

Qualification Source

Essential: true

Required Education

Education: ASSOC

Equivalent Experience: Must have one of the following: 1) Associate of Applied Science degree from a Biomedical Electronics Program. 2) Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology. 3) Associate Degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or related technology field combined with completion of college level course work in basic chemistry and basic anatomy/physiology, 4) Consideration will be given to military training with 5 years of hospital experience. Bachelor of Science or Bachelor or Applied Science degree preferred.

Education Specialization

Essential: true

Other Information

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:

Certified in understanding of DICOM standards, imaging technology, Radiology equipment service and vendor techniques required

OEM training and certification in at least two specific modalities applicable to equipment currently in use at MyMichigan Health System preferred.

Biomed experience in a hospital setting with One to Eight years radiology and/or imaging equipment service experience preferred.

Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES) preferred.

Troubleshooting and technical skills from an entry level to intermediate level as assessed in general medical and imaging equipment repair, PM, Safety test, calibration, and record keeping are required.

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level: Medium . Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)

Other Comments

Credential: DMVCHECK: DMV Record Check

Equivalent Experience:

Qualification Source

Essential: true