Professional Biomedical Engineering Research Jobs in Indiana

The Biomedical Technician I works within the Clinical Engineering Department to support activities related to the service and management of the medical equipment. This position may perform activities, such as data entry and analysis within the medical equipment database, compiling and submitting various reports, direct communication with vendors and customers, and performing basic technical service activities. For all tasks, there will be an emphasis on high quality and contribution to the department's efforts toward cost-effective management of the medical equipment. The Biomedical Technician I may work within any assigned area(s) of Franciscan Health and at other locations supported by the Clinical Engineering Department, under the guidance of Biomedical Equipment Technicians or Clinical Engineers, as directed by Clinical Engineering management.
WHO WE ARE
With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Assess new technology and assists in the procurement of clinical equipment.

• Establish and implement plan for collecting data on new technology.

• Review pre-purchase evaluation.

• Install, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and perform modifications on diagnostic and therapeutic medical electrical.

• Perform and provide mechanical repairs, modifications, and calibrations of all classes of biomedical equipment, including ECG, pulse, blood pressure and respiration monitors, defibrillators, IV pumps, electrosurgical units, respirators, anesthesia units, hyperthermia units, suction and pressure pumps, centrifuges, and any other related biomedical instrumentation.

• Initiate PM, and repair on medical equipment, to ensure it is safe and effective for use.

• Oversee the use of medical devices and initiate needed changes for improvement of utilization

• Ensure compliance with applicable accredited agencies for assigned areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required High School Diploma/GED GED or high school diploma

• Preferred Enrolled in program undergraduate/trade school/participation/ program aligned internship

• Preferred Associate's Degree Biomedical Engineering Technology or related

• 1 year With an AS (or BS) Degree in a Technology related field, successful participation in an Internship or apprenticeship or 1 year Technology related service experience is preferred Preferred

• 1 year If enrolled in a Technology Related Field with AS degree completion expected within 3 months, the BMET I position MAY BE OFFERED CONTINGENT ON COMPLETION OF THE DEGREE as scheduled with a minimum of 3 months successful participation in an internship or apprenticeship in a technology related role Required

• 1 year With an AS Degree in a non-technology related field, an Internship or 1 Year Technology Related service experience is required Required

• 2 years Current Franciscan Coworkers in a position of BMET Apprentice or Biomedical Technician Assistant could be promoted to this position after 2 years in either of those roles with no additional education or experience requirements if that coworker is currently meeting all the performance expectations of their role Required

• 4 years In lieu of AS or BS Degree in a technology related field, 4 years relevant progressive service experience with at least 2 years in a Healthcare Environment is required Required

• A+ Certified Professional (A+CERT) - CompTia IS Related Certification (A+, Network+ or related) preferred within 24 months

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on thebenefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.