Biomedical Equipment Technician Associate

Job Opening At Allina Health

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families, and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health, and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per 2-week pay period)
• 8-hour day shifts
• No weekends, no major holidays

Job Description

Supports biomedical equipment by applying knowledge of electrical, mechanical, chemical, and related engineering principles under the mentorship of another technician. Conducts equipment tests, ensures adherence to codes, completes preventive maintenance requirements and trains users. Provides customer service and technical support to entry level biomedical equipment technicians.

Principle Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance on biomedical equipment.
• Checks all necessary parts of equipment for proper functioning.
• Performs maintenance on appropriate schedule.
• Escalates needed repairs or concerns to supervisor or manager.
• Performs repairs, installations, and calibrations.
• Locates key components and assemblies within equipment, using schematics and/or pictorial documents.
• Troubleshoots problems to determine likely cause of issue and correct issue.
• Documents repairs in Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) within procedural timeframes.
• Work orders are clear and concise, easily understood by another technician, manager, customer, or surveyor.
• Provides customer service.
• Ensures end users understand status of repairs, the estimated resolution, maintenance needs, issue identified and whether or not it was able to be duplicated.
• Provides feedback on training issues and improvements.
• Identifies opportunities for improving user experience and communicates those with the appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree in Biomedical/Electronics or equivalent training
• Successful completion of Biomedical Equipment Technician Entry Associate Development Plan plus two years as Biomedical Equipment Technician Entry Associate or equivalent experience in biomedical electronics or related field.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment

Physical Demands

• Medium Work:
• Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $33.96 to $45.49 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being mind, body, spirit and community of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.