BMET 1

Job Description

Harborview Medical Center – CLINICAL ENGINEERING has an outstanding opportunity for full-time (100% FTE, 40 hours a week), day shift, Biomedical Electronics Technician 1.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 40 hours per week
• Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
The BIOMEDICAL ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN 1 performs journey-level biomedical electronics work troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, installing, constructing and testing analog and/or digital electronic equipment or apparatus used in the patient care, life support, and clinical laboratory areas of a health care facility. Work from schematic diagrams, blueprints, service documentation, federal, state and local electrical and fire safety codes, and from verbal instructions.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair, install, maintain, calibrate, and inspect medical equipment and instrumentation, including life-support equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and electrical safety testing of clinical equipment, devices, and systems.
• Diagnose and correct system and equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain documentation on new equipment, inspections, and equipment repairs and failures.
• Assist with and evaluate third-party repairs.
• Provide technical assistance and instruction to personnel regarding equipment operation and maintenance.
• Review outcome of preventive maintenance actions and make recommendations to department staff concerning improvements.
• Provide mentoring to other biomedical electronics technicians.
• May assist senior biomedical electronics technicians or supervisor with in-service educational programs on use of equipment.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associate's Degree in Electronics, Biomedical Equipment Technology or related field
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER 

As the region's only Level I Trauma center, Harborview Medical Center is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally and medically vulnerable populations. In addition to the centers of emphasis, HMC serves a mission population for King County. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UW’s School of Medicine.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$34.16 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$48.89 hourly

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WFSE HMC

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.