Biomedical Equipment Tech I

 

   

Position Summary:

Maintains clinical equipment through the effective use of the Medical Equipment Management Plan.

   

Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of routine tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, calibration and repair of a limited scope of biomedical equipment under the guidance and direct supervision of an experienced healthcare technology management (HTM) professional
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

   

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree, military training OR academic work aligned with AAMI’s Core Competencies for the Biomedical Equipment Technician required
Basic knowledge of mathematics, anatomy, physiology, biology, physics, chemistry and medical terminology
Basic understanding and skills related to general electromechanical systems and devices and can communicate the use of supported devices
Knowledgeable of both local and national public safety and regulatory issues
Healthcare experience preferred
Must be available to meet the on-call rotation requirement of the department

   

Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift or move up to 50lbs
Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
Majority of shift spent on feet walking or standing 8-12 hours per day
Typical equipment used in a clinical and office job
Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
Exposure to hazardous chemicals, acids, cleaning solution, disinfectants, soaps, etc.
Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc.
Exposure to noise, electrical shock, mechanical hazards, fumes, burns, hazardous chemicals, and infectious wastes

 

 

About Kootenai Health: 

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider. 

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: 

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.  

Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it 

Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.  

Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials 

An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching  

Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more 

Robust and interactive employee referral program 

And much more 

 

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!  

 

Apply today! Please contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org  with any questions.  

 

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.