BIOMED Electronics Technician I
Location: Ogden Utah
Description: VSE Corporation is currently interviewing BIOMED Electronics Technician I right now, this position will be placed in Utah. More complete informations about this position opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON AWARD OF CONTRACT
Works under the general supervision of the Electronics Technician Supervisor, who provides general assignments based on! scheduled and unscheduled maintenance workload. The technician evaluates, installs, maintains, diagnoses, repairs, calibrates, and tests sophisticated and/or complex medical
electronic equipment/ systems. The equipment is typically specially designed, constructed
with complex electronic systems made up of combinations of components assembled into a
configuration designed to accomplish a specific objective. Examples of equipment within the
clinical area of Radiology include magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography
scanners, and radiographic-fluoroscopic x-ray systems. Significant integration/networking of
equipment requires coordination with senior technicians.
MAJOR DUTIES
The primary purpose of this position is to evaluate, install, maintain, diagnose, repair,
calibrate, and test medical electronic equipment/systems used at Army Reserve Medical Treatment Facilities (MTFs) in or around Ogden, UT. The paramount requireme! nt is knowledge of electronic theory and medical procedures. S! pecifically, knowledge of solid state, digital and integrated circuits
(microprocessors) to isolate and resolve the complex relationship between electrical,
electronic, computer operating systems, mechanical, physical and chemical components of
the equipment and system and changes in circuitry when the patient and respective
Environment of Care (EOC) become part of the system. Develops knowledge and gains
experience related to each EOC concerning how external forces (e.g., other devices with
which it may be interconnected, geographical and climatic conditions, interference from other
electronic equipment) may affect the adequate functioning of electronic devices and what
methods may have been used successfully in similar circumstances. Requires an in-depth
understanding and ability to diagnose problems with the quality of images and signals as
required by medical professionals based on the equipment, network, and medical procedure
diagnosing and troubleshooting medical equipment and systems, and the ability to deal
effectively with patients. Additionally, must interpret and apply the principles of networking,
physics, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Performs evaluation for and provides consultation and
technical instructions to members of the medical team.
1. Evaluates and installs sophisticated/complex medical equipment and/or systems to include
(1) standalone equipment and/or components that contain integrated circuitry and/or
microprocessors when the technician must have a complete and thorough knowledge of the
entire system (and where the patient becomes part of this system) and know the effect of
completed work on the rest of the system (examples include three phase X-ray apparatus,
ultrasound scanners, surgical and dermatological lasers, physiological monitoring systems, !
proprietary local area networks, input and output computers, comput! ed radiography (digital imagery), telemaintenance, teleradiography, telemedicine and (2) integrated/networked
systems and related electronics and automation/networking required to integrate this
equipment into its respective Environment of Care (examples include magnetic resonance
imaging (MRI), computed tomography scanners, radiographic-fluoroscopic x-ray systems).
Significant networking with a LAN may require coordination with the functional subject matter
expert (SME) and/or other higher-graded technician. Requires the understanding and
knowledge of these integrated systems designs to determine whether items are compatible
with existing utilities and existing equipment/components and what modifications to utilities
are necessary to ensure the equipment operates as the user intends.
a. Serves as technical advisor to clinical staff regarding technical reviews of new equipment
considering needs, environment, available facilities, netw! ork requirements, quality, repair
ability, purchase, etc., and overall life cycle management. Subsequently, provides advice and
assistance in equipment selection application, care, and operation; and advises prospective
users on maintainability, suitability, and adaptability of equipment to the users' site. Ensures
that cabling such as fiber optics, cat 5, Ethern
imagery), telemaintenance, teleradiography, telemedicine and (2) integrated/networked
systems and related electronics and automation/networking required to integrate this
equipment into its respective Environment of Care (examples include magnetic resonance
imaging (MRI), computed tomography scanners, radiographic-fluoroscopic x-ray systems).
Significant networking with a LAN may require coordination with the functional subject matter
expert (SME) and/or other higher-graded technician. Requires the understanding and
knowledge of these integrated systems designs to determi! ne whether items are compatible
with existing utilities and existin! g equipment/components and what modifications to utilities
are necessary to ensure the equipment operates as the user intends.
a. Serves as technical advisor to clinical staff regarding technical reviews of new equipment
considering needs, environment, available facilities, network requirements, quality, repair
ability, purchase, etc., and overall life cycle management. Subsequently, provides advice and
assistance in equipment selection application, care, and operation; and advises prospective
users on maintainability, suitability, and adaptability of equipment to the users' site. Ensures
that cabling such as fiber optics, cat 5, Ethernets, etc., and hardware such as switches, hubs
and converters are in place and are functioning and capable of interfacing with said hardware
(modalities). This process involves coordinating with doctors, nurses, medical technicians,
medical equipment manufacturers, independent contractors, in-house DPW,! as well as IMD,
and result in setup compliant with the regulating bodies and manufacturer specifications.
b. Subsequent to purchase, takes appropriate action to enter equipment into use. Inspects
new patient care equipment (PCE) to include receipt, inventory of parts, accessories,
assembly, inspection, calibration, performance verification, parts replacement,
documentation and interpretation of PM inspection results to determine whether equipment is
safe and operating within manufacturer's specifications. Also inspects, operates, and tests
medical equipment to determine whether it meets government's specifications after
purchase.
c. Sets up and installs new medical PCE systems. Inspects services performed on-site by
commercial vendors for acceptable work performed in light of contract and original
manufacturer's specifications before payment is made for services. Communicates with
clinical staff (physicians, nurses, technicia! ns, etc.) as necessary to provide assistance and inservice
training! , setup, calibration, operation, and application of PCE. Provides technical
training, assistance, and guidance to lower-graded technicians.
d. Occasionally, PCE will be so new or unique that PM procedures are not documented.
Determines schedule of preventive maintenance and formulates methods and techniques to
perform all maintenance, identifying what needs to be checked on the equipment; assure
operational integrity and safety according to manufacturer's specifications on instrumentation
and medical equipment; and trouble-shoot systems to determine nature and extent of repairs
required. . Makes recommendations to change manufacturer-provided documentation to
correct errors and clarify operating and maintenance instructions, diagrams, guidelines and
terminology.
Performs maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, overhaul, and surveillance testing of
electronic components, medical equipment and systems, and modifications based on offi! cial
guidance. Incumbent may specialize in certain types of equipment requiring specialized
training or experience, e.g., radiology, clinical laboratory, physiological monitoring, etc.
Specialized and complex equipment include invasive and non-invasive radiographic and
fluoroscopic equipment modified with image intensifiers, electrocardiograph and
electroencephalograph units, short-wave diathermy units, sterilizers and autoclaves, and a
variety of patient monitoring systems. As with evaluation and installation work, the
technician is concerned with systems that have a number of sophisticated components and
require consideration of the larger system when integrated into the LAN. The work performed
primarily involves on-site work and standing, bending, and working in cramped and awkward
positions. Incumbent must constantly follow safe work practices and procedures, particularly
while lifting, carrying tools, maintaining equipme! nt, etc. Incumbent works in all patient care
areas in the medical t! reatment facility. May be required to work in hazardous environments
where typical possible hazards are electrical shock from high and low potential current
sources, burns, gas fumes, radiation exposure, and biological contamination, as well as
physical injury. There is an additional hazard of nosocomial infections while working in clinics,
isolation areas, operating rooms, wards or when working on potentially contaminated medical
equipment. May be required to handle and/or insure proper disposal of hazardous material
(s). Requires use of protective/safety clothing/equipment. May be required to consult with
co-workers or clinical staff outside normal duty hours to resolve PCE problems and/or be
subject to callback to perform emergency PCE repairs. May be required to lift heavy objects
weighing up to 60 pounds.
a. Conducts preventive maintenance checks and services (PM) inspections of medical PCE to
include visual inspections, oper! ational checks, electrical safety inspections, calibration, and
verification performance.
b. Operates a wide variety of TMDE to include invasive and non-invasive
radiographic/fluoroscopic energy devices, electrical leakage current testers, defibrillator
analyzers, infusion pump testers, and ventilator testers. Stays abreast of changes to
regulatory guidance to include JCAHO; College of American Pathologists (CAP); Safe Medical
Devices Act (SMDA); Environmental Protection Agency; and Code of Federal Regulations (i.e.,
21 CFR (Laser & Ultrasounds) and 29 CFR (Safety in the Workplace)). Recommends solutions
to electro-mechanical and electronic problems that involve tolerance, component failure, and
marginal operating characteristics. Orders spare parts and accessories as necessary to
perform repair functions. Documents the extent and cost of repairs.
c. Implements Patient Care Equipment (PCE) modifications to include checking product!
modifications with guidance from appropriate regulatory agencies; ! equipment modifications
work orders, arrangements for software upgrades for existing equipment, and coordinates
interfaces to allow for interconnection of PCE. Investigates PCE hazard alerts, recalls,
updates, and incidents.
d. Tests and classifies medical equipment in current use and determines serviceability, and
disposition. Provides written reports of test results to the requesting agency to help
determine compliance with specifications by manufacturer and for publication in technical
literature. Attends meetings, seminars and other training to assure consistency with state-ofthe-
art electronic medical equipment and varying levels of sophistication in Test,
Measurement, Diagnostic, and Equipment (TMDE).
e. Prepares plans of instruction and conducts training of procedures, techniques, and
methods of operations, testing and calibrating medical systems and test measurement
diagnostic equipment for staff personnel.
2. Spe! cifically, performs duties of installation, maintenance, repair, etc., on less complex equipment that may be used as standalone or as a component of a complex electronic system, with the latter requiring consideration of the larger system and its network when performing assigned duties. Equipment is well documented in terms of manufacturer's literature to include schematic diagrams, maintenance schedules, troubleshooting procedures, etc.
3. As necessary, performs bench work of such items as dental equipment, sterilizers, low
capacity radiographic (x-ray) equipment, electrical beds, and basic laboratory equipment.
Repairs electronic, pneumatic, electro-mechanical and mechanical medical PCE to include
troubleshooting, identifying source of problem(s), and replacement of defective printed circuit board(s), discrete component(s), or other parts as appropriate.
POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON AWARD OF CONTRACT
Qualifications Required
Education: High school or GED graduate with technical school dipl! oma in medical equipment repair or an equivalent. Four years of experience in biomedical repair or a related field.
American Association of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), Veterans Administration Biomedical Equipment Technician or US Army Medical certification is desirable.
Screening: Requires drug test, physical and annual influenza inoculations.
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This position starts available on: Sat, 21 Sep 2013 19:19:49 GMT
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