SSM Health · 1 month ago
Tech-Biomed I - T1200
SSM Health is a healthcare provider seeking an entry-level Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) to join their team. The role involves performing preventive maintenance, repair, and safety testing on clinical equipment, while working under close supervision.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Imparts the philosophy, values, mission and vision of SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital and facilitates the integration of values in CQI activities
Understands, embraces and practices the principles of CQI
Understand and exemplifies the philosophy and values of the Franciscan Sisters of Mary and the SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
Provides a personal example of living the principles of continuous quality improvement whereby decision-making is driven by data, and customer-supplier relationships are facilitated both within and outside the system
Performs Preventive and Corrective Maintenance on general and specialty clinical equipment as assigned, but can work independently
Utilizes the current CMMS System to maintains records of work performed according to Policy and Procedures
Follows Policy and Procedure related to ordering replacement parts and other purchased service. Is capable of interacting with vendors who provide service
Provides follow-up communications to equipment users related to repair and maintenance status
May participate with regular On-Call schedule if appropriate
Capable of equipment set-up and installation of clinical equipment as assigned
Participates with In-Service Training provided to equipment users. Also may be required to passing on cross-training of learned skills to other BMET personnel
Practices according to safety and infection control policies
Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards
Maintains clutter free environment
Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum
Adheres to dress code
Reports risk management concerns
Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: Safety/Fire, Blood Borne Pathogen, Hazardous Communication, TB, Department Specific, Age Appropriate Care (if appropriate)
Plans all work steps to ensure success; considers time, supplies, and support required from other individuals and departments in setting up work plans and completing duties
Conducts job duties in accordance with departmental service standards
Serves as a resource to clinical staff
Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism
Qualification
Required
High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience
0 to 3 years of experience
Knowledge of practices and procedures, methods, tools and materials used in the use, repair and maintenance of biomedical equipment
Ability to relate to all levels of hospital personnel and supervision
Demonstrates competency related to the use of testing equipment use in maintenance and troubleshooting of biomedical equipment
Demonstrates competency to use or learn computer applications to include (but not limited to); e-mail systems, word processing, spreadsheets and CMMS systems
Demonstrates competency related to the use of service and repair manuals including understanding of operating instruction, service diagrams, flow charts and schematics
Demonstrates competency related to oral and written communications and utilizes these skills in a professional and respectful manner
Practices according to safety and infection control policies
Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards
Maintains clutter free environment
Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum
Adheres to dress code
Reports risk management concerns
Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: Safety/Fire, Blood Borne Pathogen, Hazardous Communication, TB, Department Specific, Age Appropriate Care (if appropriate)
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
Provides service excellence to the customers of SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner
Plans all work steps to ensure success; considers time, supplies, and support required from other individuals and departments in setting up work plans and completing duties
Conducts job duties in accordance with departmental service standards
Serves as a resource to clinical staff
Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism
Preferred
AAMI Certification encouraged but not required
Benefits
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
Company
SSM Health
SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system.
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