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Kettering Health · 3 weeks ago

PET Imaging Equip Spec - Biomedical Engineering

3535 Southern Blvd

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. They are seeking a PET Imaging Equipment Specialist in Biomedical Engineering to provide advanced skills in engineering and scientific devices, focusing on the maintenance and repair of medical imaging equipment, particularly Cyclotron systems.

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Responsibilities

Manifest advanced skills and abilities in a broad range of engineering and scientific devices

Extensive knowledge of ionizing radiation effects on the human body and the methodologies of ionizing radiation safety and protection

Comprehensive knowledge of high voltage and electrical safety precautions and procedures, and considerable ability in the interpretation and application of hospital codes, standards, and regulations

Demonstrable advanced skill in applying electric/electronic circuit theory and operating principles to effectively diagnose equipment malfunctions

Demonstrated ability in effectively troubleshooting and repairing a wide variety of complex biomedical, imaging, laboratory, and Medical Cyclotron systems

Demonstrable proficiency in performing preventative maintenance on Medical Cyclotron systems

Demonstrable knowledge and proficiency in the use of advanced electronic test and measurement instrumentation

Demonstrated ability to fabricate, assemble and install electronic components and assemblies following prints, diagrams, rough sketches or verbal instructions

Demonstrated ability in understanding the electronic controls associated with vacuum, pneumatic, magnetic and hydraulic systems and repair them

Demonstrated ability in monitoring electronic operating systems to prevent and detect equipment malfunction

Knowledge of the theories of operation, the underlying physiological principles, and the practical, safe clinical application of biomedical equipment

Knowledge of basic computer theory and skill in effectively using computer systems and applications

Knowledge of Cyclotron theory and operation

Knowledge of advanced electronic theory and its practical application, physics and various mechanical disciplines

Knowledge on radio frequency and magnet systems associated with cyclotrons

Skill in the use of tools and materials involved in the repair and maintenance of biomedical equipment

Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, methods, tools, materials, and instrumentation associated with the imaging field

Advanced skills in interpreting complex wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and service manuals and specifications

Comprehensive knowledge and experience in gamma camera repair and preventative maintenance

Good communications skills, both oral and written

Qualification

Biomedical Electronics TechnologyMedical Cyclotron SystemsCertified Biomedical Electronics TechnologistCertified Radiological Equipment SpecialistIonizing Radiation SafetyElectrical Safety PrecautionsElectronic Circuit TheoryAdvanced Electronic TheoryGamma Camera RepairBasic Computer TheoryTroubleshooting SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Associate of Science degree in Biomedical Electronics Technology

Minimum of two weeks of manufacturer-school training on specific Cyclotron system

Extensive additional advanced training and extensive self-study on medical cyclotrons

Certifications as a Certified Biomedical Electronics Technologist (CBET) and a Certified Radiological Equipment Specialist (CRES) by the International Certification Commission for Clinical Engineering and Biomedical Technology preferred