DescriptionJob Title Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Manager
Location Portland, Maine
OR
Presque Isle, Maine
DescriptionThe Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for managing technicians. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of advanced maintenance, repair, and calibration of complex biomedical and imaging equipment, as well as exceptional leadership and management skills to ensure the highest standards of operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Foster a collaborative and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and professional development among staff.
- Implement and monitor performance metrics to ensure optimal staff performance and service quality.
- Ensure the effective execution of advanced maintenance, repair, and calibration of complex biomedical and imaging equipment.
- Ensure all maintenance and repair activities comply with relevant regulatory standards and guidelines.
- Stay informed about changes in regulations and industry standards, implementing any adjustments to maintain compliance.
- Mentor and train staff to enhance their technical skills and knowledge.
- Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with senior management, providing regular updates on department performance and project status.
- Prepare and present reports on maintenance activities, compliance, and other relevant metrics.
- Oversee project management and equipment planning to support the operational needs of the facility.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of equipment maintenance and repair activities.
- Facilitate training, technical guidance, proper tools, and support for techs servicing devices that require advanced training, complex troubleshooting and problem-solving.
- Oversee the planning and execution of projects related to equipment upgrades, installations, and other initiatives.
- Assisting with budget planning and cost-saving initiatives.
- Supporting cross-functional teams in medical equipment procurement.
- Coordinating vendor relations for equipment servicing and contract negotiations.
- Developing and implementing training programs for staff development.
Supervisory Responsibilities Interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
TravelThis position requires occasional travel (0-15%) within the NLH hospital network.
Work Schedule Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics, Business, or a related field from a four-year college or university (Master's degree preferred).
- Minimum of 12 years of experience as a Biomedical Equipment Technician or related field.
- Proven experience in project management, preferably in healthcare technology management or the medical device industry.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards in healthcare technology management (e.g., Joint Commission, FDA).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Adaptability to change, managing competing demands, and maintaining professionalism in high-pressure situations.
- Certification in healthcare technology management (e.g., CBET, CHTM), preferred.
- Certification in project management (e.g., PMP), preferred.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Salary - $75,000 - 90,000 annualized
Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The work environment may occasionally include exposure to vibration, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation.
- The work environment noise level is usually moderate.
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent use of hands or fingers, handling or feeling objects, and talking or hearing.
- Regularly required to sit; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crawl.
- Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Benefits - Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee-paid voluntary benefits
- Employee development resources
Pay Range $75,000.00 Annually to $90,000.00 Annually
