Biomedical Equipment Tech - Corvallis, Oregon

Explore opportunities at The Corvallis Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. For more than 75 years, our multi-specialty group has been committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and fulfilling careers to our team members. As a leading clinic in Oregon's mid-Willamette Valley, we serve more than a quarter-million people with offices in Corvallis, Albany and Philomath. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Under minimal supervision, this role will provide expert level experience in repair and calibration. and maintenance of medical equipment, instrumentation and support systems used in healthcare delivery. Execute inventory assessment/audits and preventive maintenance checks of medical equipment and supplies. Provide remedial corrective maintenance and maintain documentation of all service events, tests, and maintenance performed on clinical equipment. Individuals will maintain good personal relationships with fellow workers, nursing, medical staff, vendors, manufacturers, and the public. Individuals will be expected to participate in meetings, seminars, training, workshops, and conferences as required. Will maintain a clean and safe workplace.

This role will require Bio-Medical technician to be available during all business hours. They must be prepared to respond to emergencies impacting Bio-Medical systems and participate with the Operations team to ensure timely renewal of service. This could include on-call services as well depending on the needs of the business.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Will participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards document. To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within

Equipment Management:

• Expedites immediate corrective action and/or reports problems to appropriate personnel of potential or actual safety hazards of clinical equipment as needed
• Assists departments in capital equipment planning; assist in identifying and recommending replacement of equipment that is obsolete, has extensive repair history, or has identified safety issues
• Repairs, installs, maintains, calibrates, and inspects complex medical equipment, instrumentation, and systems
• Performs routine repairs, perform inspections and installations of medical equipment and tools
• Performs preventive maintenance and electrical safety testing of clinical equipment and devices
• Recommends new equipment and testing procedures
• Maintains documentation on new equipment, inspections, and equipment repairs and failures

Service Management:

• Appropriately sets priorities and organizes routine and emergency tasks to best meet the changing demands of clinical services
• Notifies departments regarding the status of repairs and work with departments to obtain loaner or replacement equipment as required
• Works with departments to coordinate the availability of clinical equipment for preventive maintenance inspections
• Reviews and monitors completion of preventive maintenance activities performed by outside vendors
• Reviews the outcome of preventive maintenance actions and make recommendations to department staff concerning improvements
• Maintains accurate inventory, tracking both the addition and the deactivation of clinical equipment.
• Works with Procurement, IT, and Clinical departments on the purchasing process to ensure timely acquisition of equipment
• Assists, manages, and monitors third-party repairs
• Provides educational programs on the use of equipment to medical staff
• Collaborating with Information Systems to ensure Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance and connectivity of biomedical devices
• Understands and complies with applicable standards and regulations
• Provides engineering and technical counsel on codes and other regulatory standards to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
• Provides support and management for all bio-medical services delivered by a vendor to the business (Med gases, etc.)

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• A valid Oregon driver's license with a good driving record; or the ability to obtain an Oregon driver's license within 6 months from date of hire
• 4+ years of relevant experience in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment
• Knowledge of codes, standards and compliance issues relating to the Biomedical Engineering profession
• Proven ability to analyze, repair, and test electronic and electromechanical equipment
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventive maintenance inspections
• Proven ability to run diagnostic programs
• Demonstrated ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and illustrated parts drawings of biomedical instrumentation
• Proven ability to maintain accurate records of repairs, calibration, and tests
• Demonstrated ability to demonstrate competency in the use and operation of all required test equipment
• Occasionally moves/transports/positions/installs/removes/replaces equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; moves equipment carts; and positions self to maintain and repair equipment at varying levels within the workplace, which may include under or above objects
• Operates/activates/uses/installs/services equipment; perceives/identifies/inspects/observes/assesses equipment and moves the body to complete these diagnostic assessments and repairs; must be able to detect and discern color codes on wiring and other electronic components
• The person in this position frequently communicates in oral and written form about the equipment and repairs. Must be able to exchange accurate information and follow instructions in these situations
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Biomedical Equipment Technician through the International Certification Commission

Knowledge and Skills:

• Considerable knowledge of electronic circuitry and technical aspects of the operation, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment
• Considerable knowledge of the application and repair of computers and servers and how they interface with medical equipment
• Basic knowledge of networking theory
• Considerable knowledge of current regulatory requirements
• Substantial knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
• Knowledge of color code conventions used in component and wiring marking
• Proven ability to analyze, repair, and test electronic and electromechanical equipment
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventive maintenance inspections
• Proven ability to run diagnostic programs
• Demonstrated ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and illustrated parts drawings of biomedical instrumentation
• Proven ability to maintain accurate records of repairs, calibration, and tests
• Demonstrated skill in testing electronic equipment
• Proven ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow workers, clinical and medical staff, and others they may encounter
• Proficient in the relative logic of computer-based systems and network hardware interface
• Demonstrated ability to maintain neat and accurate records
• Proven ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and illustrated parts drawings of biomedical instrumentation
• Demonstrated ability to demonstrate competency in the use and operation of all required test equipment
• Significant knowledge of codes, standards and compliance issues relating to the Biomedical Engineering profession
• Considerable knowledge of the safety precautions applicable to the operation and maintenance of clinical equipment
• Maintain extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and the application of biomedical instrumentation in clinical modalities and settings
• Extensive knowledge of the clinical application of medical technologies and devices

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Rarely ascends or descends stairs
• Rarely positions self on the floor and moves on the floor to operate equipment for repair
• Rarely operates equipment that is positioned above the individual
• Occasionally must remain in a stationary position or move on an incline
• Occasionally must move or transport items weighing up to 50 pounds from the floor to heights that may be overhead
• Occasionally positions self to assess, identify, or operate equipment that may be placed on the ground, or at varying heights in the workplace
• Occasionally positions self to enter or exit machinery or vehicles
• Occasionally handles and adjusts machinery or small parts
• Occasionally installs, removes, replaces, or transports items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Frequently moves around the workplace

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet
• Exposed to patient and environmental conditions, and some unpleasant sights, smells, and contagious diseases

The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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