University of Maryland Medical System · 2 weeks ago
Associate Mechanical Circulatory Support Engineer (MCS)
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$33.36/hr - $46.70/hrUniversity of Maryland Medical System is a nationally recognized academic medical center providing opportunities across the continuum of care. The Associate Mechanical Circulatory Support Engineer will support clinical operations and manage the implantation and post-implantation monitoring of mechanical circulatory support devices under supervision.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Provides Clinical & Technical Support: Responsible for assistance during clinical use, implantation, explantaiton/replacement and maintenance of MCS utilized
Provides logistical & technical support for MCS implants, explants, and invasive procedures. Supervises operation of the MCS for the duration of any of these procedures. Performs tasks without additional technical assistance
Provides on-call technical troubleshooting for inpatients and outpatients on MCS under the direction of MCS-trained physicians and the senior MCS Engineer. On-call responsibilities include being present for MCS equipment emergencies, implants, explants, and invasive procedures, as well as daily clinical rounds when necessary
Participates in daily clinical rounds & multidisciplinary meetings to assist providers with managing MCS
Systems Management: May assists with the formulation of policies and procedures relating to managing devices from purchasing through implantation
New Technology Consultation: Develop and maintain current access to expert knowledge of evolving and emerging medical technologies and provide consultation to clinicians and leadership
May assist with the forecasts and recommends emergent technologies for consideration by UMMC leadership consistent with the institution’s mission, vision, and business objectives
May assist in evaluating proposals and reports on financial, technical and health care merit/qualities. Reports information and related benefits to leadership and hospital personnel
Participates in the recommendation and implementation of medical technology systems, processes and improvements
Maintains professional growth and development through continuous familiarity with the published literature. Participates in training sessions, external seminars, workshops, conferences, professional affi
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering or other Engineering discipline with relevant coursework and clinical experience required
Knowledge of relevant regulatory clinical and technical standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS) is required
Familiarity with statistical analysis and database software is required
Familiarity with basic anatomy and physiology as applied to the use and operation of equipment
Ability to apply fundamental mathematical principles and formulas
Highly effective written and verbal communication skills are required to work with management, clinical staff and external vendors
Ability to read complex technical equipment operation manuals and clinical literature
Preferred
Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering preferred
Prior experience with clinical MCS is preferred
Company
University of Maryland Medical System
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization.
Founded in 1984
10001+ employees
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