Job Overview
MediSend’s Biomedical Equipment Technology School is seeking a highly qualified full time faculty member who is committed to provide technical instruction and leadership for US veterans, as well as national and international students participating in the BMET Program. Primarily the Biomedical Equipment Technician or Instructor will instruct BMET School’s trainees in the proper operation and maintenance of patient care equipment, do repairs and inspections of biomedical equipment, monitors the work of BMET interns, and provides on-the-job training.
Responsibilities
- Instructs BMET students in the field of equipment technology, with emphasis on installation, operation, engineering principles, troubleshooting and repair of biomedical equipment.
- Provides in-service/on- the-job training for BMET students, school or contract personnel on the operation and maintenance of biomedical equipment.
- Performs scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on a wide range of biomedical equipment devices according to BMET School policies, procedures and industry-recognized standards and documents all actions and test results according to department policy, using computerized maintenance management software applications and other standard office software applications.
- Refurbishes and performs operational, safety, and performance tests of clinical equipment.
- Assist in preparing and developing new curriculum.
- Modify and keep current course curriculum, laboratory procedures and demonstrations for a continuing education program that addresses the safe and effective use of medical equipment.
- Provide expert advice, consultation and guidance in biomedical engineering matters and support field activities as requested by management.
Qualifications
- Associate Degree or above in Biomedical Equipment Technology or related field and a minimum of 5-to-7 years relevant work history as a BMET experience in maintenance and repair work on a wide range of hospital life-support equipment.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience as a trainer, instructor or customer support specialist in biomedical technology or related subjects.
- CBET, or CRES, or CLES certification is preferred.
- Past experience as an instructor in military BMET, electronics or appropriate technology programs is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of JCAHO, FDA, AAMI, AHA, and ECRI standards and
practices. - Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
- Excellent presentation and public speaking skills are required.