Biomedical Technician / Equipment Support Specialist Information Systems

Experience working within a medical center and Biomedical Engineering department, working with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), or understanding VISN, VA Medical Center, and Biomedical Engineering operations. Maintain accurate maintenance records, service histories, inspection results, and equipment configurations within computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Biomedical Technician (BMET)/ Equipment Support Specialist Information Systems
Grand Junction, CO (onsite)
Pay From: $75,000 per year

MUST:
Experienced Biomedical Technician (BMET) Information Systems
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust clearance
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
3+ years of hospital or healthcare experience performing medical equipment maintenance
1+ year of specialized experience supporting medical information systems and networking
Experience working within a medical center and Biomedical Engineering department, working with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), or understanding VISN, VA Medical Center, and Biomedical Engineering operations
Strong experience maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and supporting networked medical equipment
Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on biomedical equipment
Experience installing, configuring, calibrating, and testing medical equipment
Strong understanding of electronics, computers, servers, and networking fundamentals
Experience supporting computer-based and server-based medical equipment
Experience with TCP/IP, HL7, DICOM, and medical device networking standards
Hands-on experience with VLAN configuration, IP addressing, subnetting, and network security
Ability to troubleshoot medical device connectivity issues and distinguish network-related problems from equipment-related problems
Experience applying network engineering principles to medical equipment systems
Knowledge of computer virus protection, software patches, system upgrades, and information security tools
Experience supporting medical device cybersecurity and security protocols
Experience maintaining medical record databases and proprietary medical equipment software
Experience utilizing network diagnostic tools and test equipment
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, drawings, and equipment specifications
Experience performing electrical safety inspections and equipment testing
Experience documenting maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment configurations
Knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements, industry standards, and applicable ISO standards
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively with clinical staff, IT teams, cybersecurity personnel, and biomedical engineering departments
Experience with Cerner Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and medical equipment integration preferred
Must meet applicable healthcare facility vaccination requirements or provide appropriate documentation supporting an approved medical or religious exemption
Associate degree or higher in Applied Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent military technical training required

DUTIES:
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on networked biomedical and medical equipment
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair medical equipment malfunctions in accordance with manufacturer specifications
Conduct incoming inspections of new medical equipment to verify functionality, accuracy, and safety compliance
Install, configure, calibrate, and test medical equipment and associated network connections
Maintain and troubleshoot computer-based and server-based medical equipment
Support medical device connectivity utilizing TCP/IP, HL7, DICOM, VLANs, IP addressing, and subnetting
Diagnose and resolve medical equipment networking and connectivity issues
Distinguish between network-related failures and medical equipment hardware or software problems
Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain medical device security protocols
Perform software repairs, upgrades, patching, and configuration updates on medical equipment
Maintain antivirus protection and applicable information security controls for network-connected medical devices
Perform electrical safety inspections and equipment performance testing
Monitor and address medical equipment hazard notifications, safety recalls, and manufacturer advisories
Coordinate equipment repairs, recalls, and corrective actions with manufacturers and appropriate departments
Utilize network diagnostic equipment and testing tools to troubleshoot medical device communication issues
Maintain accurate maintenance records, service histories, inspection results, and equipment configurations within computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Provide technical assistance and training to clinical staff regarding the operation and handling of networked medical equipment
Support integration between biomedical equipment and electronic medical record systems, including Cerner when applicable
Collaborate with Biomedical Engineering, IT, cybersecurity, clinical personnel, and other healthcare departments to maintain reliable equipment operations
Ensure medical equipment maintenance and support activities comply with applicable healthcare regulations, safety requirements, and industry standards
Review technical documentation, schematics, manufacturer instructions, and service manuals to support troubleshooting and repairs
Stay current with developments in biomedical equipment technology, medical device cybersecurity, networking, and applicable regulatory requirements
Support the reliability, functionality, safety, and security of medical equipment used in patient care Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act .