Job Overview
A Medisend College Laboratory/Teaching Assistant is responsible for assisting with the delivery and assessment of assigned course material and the maintenance and support of laboratory equipment and facilities. A Laboratory/Teaching Assistant also participates in program assessment, academic support services, student project oversight and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Assists with provision of instruction as assigned for various elements of Biomedical Engineering Technology courses, including but not limited to medical equipment technology, medical device installation/operation/preventative maintenance, engineering principles, operational safety and performance tests, and troubleshooting and repair of biomedical equipment.
- Assists with provision of instruction in soft skills expected by the industry, including research for troubleshooting, report writing, presentation and customer communication.
- Maintains laboratory equipment, facilities and laboratory supply inventories.
- Provides laboratory set-up support as needed by all instructors.
- Assists with Program Review.
- Provides academic assistance to students as needed.
- Maintains current knowledge and expertise in the field of Biomedical Engineering and pedagogy.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of an AAS in Biomedical Engineering Technology or related field OR a BMET II Certificate.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
- Strong computer operation and computer networking skills, including proficiency with common office software preferred.
- Must be able to work in the United States without Visa support from employer.
- Verifiable references.