Senior Imaging Equipment Specialist
Company: Trinity Health
Location: Athens
Posted on: May 4, 2024
Job Description:
Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:Working
within assigned areas, performs on-going Planned Maintenance
(PM)and Corrective Maintenance (CM) of high-level diagnostic and
therapeutic imaging equipment used throughout the healthcare
facility. Assists in the planning and installation of diagnostic
and therapeutic imaging equipment.POSITION PURPOSEWorking within
assigned areas, performs on-going Planned Maintenance (PM)and
Corrective Maintenance (CM) of high-level diagnostic and
therapeutic imaging equipment used throughout the healthcare
facility. Assists in the planning and installation of diagnostic
and therapeutic imaging equipment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Knows, understands, incorporates and demonstrates the mission,
vision and core values of Trinity Health and the Ministry
Organization in leadership behaviors, practices and decisions.
- Meets target objectives and standards for timeliness and
quality of Planned Maintenance (PM) schedules and repairs of
general and specialized clinical equipment.
- Responsible for maintenance, repair and servicing of
specialized equipment in one or more of the following areas: CT,
MRI, PAC s, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, angiography, and
radiation therapy as assigned by Clinical Engineering (CE)
Manager.
- Orders parts and supplies, within established departmental
guidelines, that are required for the emergency service and repair
of all radiological and general medical equipment. Recommend
radiology related test equipment and spare equipment parts to the
CE Manager.
- Responsible for coordinating repairs with vendors and users
when needed, this includes follow up paperwork and verification
that issues are resolved.
- Attends training session on imaging equipment maintenance and
technology in order to keep up-to-date on technological and medical
equipment advances. Conducts in-service training sessions to
radiology clinical/professional staff on proper use and safety of
advanced radiology equipment. Also, provides assistance and
training to Biomedical Equipment Techs I, IIand Senior Biomed as
assigned.
- Provides on-call service coverage after normal business hours
on a rotating basis, as assigned.
- Maintains high level of customer satisfaction as demonstrated
by customer satisfaction surveys.
- Participates in teamwork by: Keeping others informed.
Initiating group decision-making. Working to accomplish team
objectives and projects. Seeking feedback about one s effectiveness
as a team member.
- Assumes minor extra duties, including work normally assigned to
Biomedical Equipment Technicians.
- May be assigned duties as Lead Biomedical Equipment Technician
or other duties as assigned or required.
- Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and
local laws/regulations; the Trinity Health Integrity and Compliance
Program and Code of Conduct; as well as other policies and
procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects
honest, ethical and professional behavior.
- Ability to assist CE team with simple biomedical equipment
repairs and maintenance throughout the hospital.MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of Associates of Applied Sciences Degree in related
field of medical electronics, electronic technology, imaging
service technology or equivalent related military training and
experience. Certified Radiology Equipment Service (CRES) preferred
but not required.
- Five or more years of equivalent experience performing
corrective and planned maintenance on nuclear medicine, diagnostic
x-ray, therapeutic x-ray, ultrasound, or radiation therapy
equipment, including but not limited to, R/F, Vascular/Specials, CT
SIM, Mammography Units, PACS, Nuclear Cameras, Cath Lab, CT, etc.
Related experience operating complex testing equipment, including
but not limited to non-invasive test equipment, Densitometer,
High-voltage Bleeder or Dynalyzer and other test equipment,
etc.
- Must possess specialized training by manufacturer or
third-party equipment repair in such areas as CT, MRI, nuclear
medicine, diagnostic x-ray, therapeutic x-ray, ultrasound, or
radiation therapy equipment.
- Must possess working knowledge of radiation physics, medical
terminology, medical instrumentation, anatomy, physiology, imaging
service techniques, 21 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations).
- Must possess broad knowledge and understanding of OSHA, NFPA,
The Joint Commission, EOC, FDA and other specific regulations and
standards pertaining to clinical and radiology equipment service
and repair.
- Maintain up-to-date understanding of The Joint Commission and
NFPA standards as well as state and federal regulations.
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex information related to
malfunctioning imagining equipment as described by clinical staff,
then determines equipment operational condition. Follow complex
written instructions, perform tasks and document actions taken to
restore service.
- Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared
leadership environment.
- Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a
sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with ability to inspire and
motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals,
and values of Trinity Health, Ministry Organization, and Clinical
Engineering.
- Strong communication and inter-personal skills are required to
interact positively with all levels of hospital personnel and
vendors to achieve positive outcomes, including but not limited to
physicists, physicians, administration, etc.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL
REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
- Must be physically able to balance, bend, climb, crawl, crouch,
kneel, reach, sit, squat, stand, twist, and walk.
- Ability to mentally concentrate while being subject to
interruptions and changing work priorities.
- Must be able to work and follow OSHA guidelines while in a
hazardous environment(s) such as electrocution potentials,
mechanical energies, bloodborne/airborne pathogens, dust and
inclement weather, marked changes in temperature and/or humidity,
radiation, fumes/vapors, sharp instruments/tools, hazardous
liquids, and operating devices.
- Must be able to hear speech, distinguish sounds, and
speak.
- Must have near vision, far vision, depth perception, and be
able to distinguish colors.
- Must have sensory ability to distinguish hot, cold, range of
temperature, surfaces, fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and
detect/distinguish odors.
- Must be able to carry or lift up to 50 pounds routinely (50% of
the time) and on occasion (5% of the time) up to 100 pounds.
- Must be able to push or pull over 100 pounds frequently (20% of
the time).
- Maintains safe working environment for self, other associates,
patients, visitors, and medical staff in accordance with applicable
standards and procedures relevant to job duties.
- Must be able to travel to the various Trinity Health, Ministry
Organizations, subsidiaries, and/or training facilities.Our
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the
largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation.
Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we
integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our
colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities,
and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and
inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care
for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status
as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Associated topics: administrative, administrative assistant,
administration, associate, clerk, front desk, office assistant,
receptionist, secretary, support
Keywords: Trinity Health, Athens , Senior Imaging Equipment Specialist, Other , Athens, Georgia
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