The Biomedical Engineering Department is looking for a Biomedical Equipment Technician II to provide support in the maintenance and repair of life support equipment in Respiratory, Operating Room, and other areas at ZSFG. This position will be under the direction and supervision of the Biomedical Engineering Manager.
This is the operational/practitioner level for the Biomedical Equipment Technicians job series. Under direction and minimal supervision, incumbent performs a variety of routine and complex tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, and repair of a diverse range of clinical equipment including life support equipment. Incumbent performs scheduled maintenance on clinical equipment using specialized test equipment, assists in the support of a systematic preventive maintenance program of biomedical instrumentation, and documents the introduction of new therapeutic and diagnostic equipment, corrective and preventive maintenance actions and special requests as required. Demonstrated ability to learn from others on the job. Possesses an intermediate level of expertise and is capable of assisting less experienced technicians.
Biomedical Equipment Technicians at this level serve as a resource to UCSF Healthcare and Academic Research System employees in the proper operation and maintenance of clinical and/or laboratory equipment. They notify user departments regarding status of repairs, assist departments in obtaining loaner or replacement equipment and works with departments to ensure that all incoming clinical equipment is inspected per department policy. Report all patient safety issues to supervisor or manager and assist with correction of issue as required. Assist in identifying and recommending replacement of equipment that is obsolete, has extensive repair history, or has identified safety issues. Conducts evaluations of equipment as required and participates in Device Incident Investigation process and provide follow up to management.
