Summary:This role will support and advance patient care by applying engineering skills to healthcare IT needs. This is a consultative position that will provide IT education, quality control, implementations, and vendor management. Primary goals/objectives will include project planning, life cycle analysis of equipment, and process improvement initiatives.
What you will do:- Develop a 5-year capital equipment plan (for existing & new operations) including:
- Needs analysis/assessment model
- An analysis of cost/benefit, total cost of ownership (TCO), return on investment (ROI)
- Comparative evaluation of available technologies
- Monitors medical device hazards/recalls reports and insures appropriate follow-up (communication, corrective action & documentation)
- Review service options for major clinical systems to determine optimum service plan
- Monitor regulatory developments and implement appropriate compliance measures (TJC, DNV, State & Local)
- Conduct investigations of incidents involving medical technology, analyze findings and implement or make recommendations for corrective measures including root cause analysis (RCA) and failure mode and effect analysis (FMEA)
- Conduct regular client surveys to assess the perceived effectiveness of clinical engineering services; analyze results and recommend appropriate service and process changes
- Implement process improvements (both personal & program-related) that add value by improving quality, safety, savings, efficiency, work environment
- Consistent with the needs of clinical engineering & QA department and other team members, may perform other duties as requested or assigned
- Maintain technical library and database with information critical to the support of devices and systems in assigned area(s)
Qualifications:- Bachelors or Master of Science degree in Biomedical or Clinical Engineering or related area
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Biomedical or Clinical Engineering and clinical systems support
- Strong written and verbal communication and team building skills across functional areas. Effective role model
- Demonstrated project management & planning skills
- Certification (completed or in process) preferred in Clinical Engineering (i.e., Certified Clinical Engineer /CCE)
Required Competencies:- Accountability - takes ownership of assigned work and follows items through to completion
- Communication - clearly expresses thoughts and ideas both in written and verbal communications, provides timely information
- Financial Acumen - Considers financial impact of all decisions
- Integrity - Can admit mistakes, is direct and truthful
- Customer Service - demonstrates a "customer-first" mentality, focused on meeting the needs of customers and captures feedback to make improvements
- Priority Setting - Prioritizes assigned schedules and workload
- Team Building - Mentors newer technicians, facilitates clear communication amongst the team, demonstrates care and respect for co-workers and colleagues
- Regulatory - knows the various accrediting agencies (TJC, DNV, CAP, DOH) and how the Medical Equipment Management Plan complies
Safety Requirements:- Maintain a safe working environment for self and others if they come in contact within the biomed area in accordance with the facility's policies
- Must follow OSHA guidelines in regard to blood borne pathogens, airborne pathogens, radiation, sharp instruments and/or tools, hazardous liquids, and operating devices
- On-time completion of safety training assignments
- Must have sensory ability to distinguish hot & cold ranges of temperature, surfaces, fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and detect/distinguish colors
- Must be able be able to carry or lift up to 50 pounds routinely
Classification:FLSA: Exempt
Note: This position description does not list every activity, duty, and responsibility of the position and may be altered by
RENOVO at any time.
