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Blue Water Thinking · 9 hours ago

Biomedical Technician / Equipment Support Specialist - Information Systems

Onsite - Danville, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $90K/yr

3+ years exp

Blue Water Thinking is dedicated to supporting Federal clients in achieving their Agency goals, particularly in the healthcare sector. They are seeking a skilled Biomedical Equipment Technician to ensure the reliability and safety of networked medical equipment, performing maintenance, inspections, and collaborating with IT teams to secure medical devices.

AdviceHealth CareTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance on a diverse range of networked medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and extend equipment lifespan

Conduct corrective maintenance by diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in medical devices, adhering to manufacturer's guidelines and technical specifications

Carry out incoming inspections of new medical equipment to verify its compliance with safety standards, functionality, and accuracy

Collaborate with the IT and cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain medical device security protocols, ensuring patient data confidentiality and protection against cyber threats

Install, calibrate, and configure medical equipment, following manufacturer instructions and safety guidelines

Monitor and address hazard and safety recalls related to medical equipment, coordinating with manufacturers and relevant departments for swift resolution

Perform software repairs and updates on medical devices to address software glitches, improve functionality, and ensure compatibility with other systems

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Provide technical support and training to medical staff on the proper operation and handling of networked medical equipment

Keep abreast of industry trends, advancements, and regulations related to biomedical equipment technology and integrate this knowledge into daily tasks

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and departments to ensure seamless equipment operations and contribute to the enhancement of patient care

Qualification

Biomedical Equipment MaintenanceMedical Information SystemsNetworking ExperienceCybersecurity ProtocolsCerner EHR SystemsComputer Virus ProtectionNetwork SecurityTechnical SupportProblem-Solving SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Experience within a medical center and Biomedical Engineering department

OR, Experience working in or with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)

OR, Understanding of VISN, VA medical center, and Biomedical Engineering department operations

A two-year associate degree or higher in an applied science or equivalent military training

A minimum of three years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance, with a minimum of one-year specialized experience in medical information systems and networking

Current and advanced knowledge of computer virus protection software, available software patches and upgrades, information security tools, electronics, computers and network theory

Demonstrated competency in utilizing and maintaining computer and server based medical equipment, medical record databases, and proprietary and generic software; experience with TCP/IP, HL7, networking, network security and DICOM standards; experience maintaining, interfacing and troubleshooting networked medical equipment to include VLAN configuration, IP addressing, sub-netting, and network security; ability to interpret, identify and apply network engineering principles and practices; and ability to distinguish networking problems from non-networking problems

Understanding of regulatory agencies' requirements, industry regulatory requirements and International Standard Organization standards

Familiarity with the setup and application of network test equipment and tools

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical literature, schematics, and drawings

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required federal public trust clearance for this role

Must provide proof of COVID vaccination + Flu vaccination during flu season, or, as an alternative, appropriate documentation that will support either a medical or religious exemption