Biomedical Equipment Technician | Main OR

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Biomedical Equipment Technician | Perioperative Logistics | NYC 

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Our Perioperative Logistics team is looking for a Biomedical Equipment Technician to help support our Main OR. In this role, you will spearhead preventative and real-time maintenance activities for biomedical equipment, and you will work collaboratively with clinical engineering to ensure safe and efficient operation of our equipment infrastructure.

Role Overview:

• Assure proper operation, interconnection, and maintenance of OR equipment, as well as arrange repairs and equipment exchange and distribution.
• Ensure equipment and accessories are in optimal condition and that performance aligns with all hospital policies to assure a safe, code-compliant perioperative environment.
• Advise and assist in the setup of OR equipment including endoscopic video systems, recording devices, monitors, surgical robotics, electrosurgery, insufflation equipment, etc..
• Provide periodic routine inspection and tests of equipment through equipment specification checklists in order to maintain code conformance and ensure performance.
• Coordinate equipment availability for inspection and maintenance with Clinical Engineering.
• Report all problems, inputs from other departments, hazards and safety suggestions to supervisors as they occur.
• Arrange for equipment exchanges and spares; maintains a supply of backup cables and accessories for all systems as needed, contacts vendors and suppliers as needed.
• Maintain equipment purchase, maintenance and reference files, capital equipment inventory and on-line databases, and assists with equipment audits as requested.
• Develop documentation of setup and troubleshooting procedures for each equipment system.
• Arrange with Clinical Engineering for the inspection of new OR equipment being evaluated prior to first use;
• Assist in maintaining current operating manuals, technical literature, and documentation for all OR equipment systems.
• Initiate purchase requisitions for replacement parts, repairs, and maintenance as needed.

Key Qualifications:

• AAS degree or CRCST, Electronic Technology, instrumentation of electromechanical systems.
• Bachelors Degree in Bioengineering preferred
• 2-4 years of proven experience in industrial or hospital environment.
• Knowledge of video systems, cameras, fiber-optics, light sources, computer-controlled instrumentation, robotics, and system troubleshooting techniques.

Core Skills:

• Action oriented and eager to take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Adaptable in your approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
• A good decision maker, with shown success of making timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Adept at planning and prioritizing work to meet dedications with a keen eye for detail

Additional Information:

• Location: 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY
• Shift: 6am - 2pm; Monday through Friday, weekend and holiday rotation required

Pay Range: $34.11-$52.88

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