Imaging Equipment Technician I

Job description

Department: 12146 Enterprise Corporate - HTM: Charlotte Administration Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Full Time; Weekdays (Shift may vary) Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25 Major Responsibilities: Analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs diagnostic or therapeutic imaging equipment and systems utilizing established electronic tests and measurement equipment and techniques. Responsibilities may include work on a mix of Biomedical and Diagnostic Imaging equipment, but majority of work will be related to complex Diagnostic Imaging equipment. Performs any required general service on imaging equipment and systems, in accordance with corporate and department procedures, manufacturers recommendations, physicists’ specifications and/or other applicable codes, standards, accreditation requirements, and state and federal regulations as applicable regarding radiographic and diagnostic imaging equipment. Provides equipment related operational support on Imaging equipment to medical and clinical staff. Interacts with clinical staff on a regular basis to ensure needs are being met. Acts as a technical resource for Biomedical Technicians to help them grow in ability, responsibility, and experience. Assists in grooming Biomedical Equipment Tech's to provide first call on imaging equipment. Documents and maintains accurate records of all inspections, repairs, adjustments, etc. performed on all equipment as performed by self or vendors. Installs or assists in the installation of new imaging equipment, modifications, tubes, transformers, etc. As applicable, coordinates and communicates with a radiation physicist as part of equipment quality assurance testing, calibration, and disposal for site licensing needs with the State department of public health. Requests/orders necessary repair and spare parts according to established procedures and contract relationships. Escalates situations or questions beyond their scope of knowledge or responsibility to appropriate staff. Participates in both internal and external educational programs through professional associations, technical training courses, and seminars to develop and maintain the required current technical aptitude. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles. Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Experience Required: Typically requires 2 years of experience in Biomedical Equipment, which includes preventative maintenance, troubleshooting experience, design, and modification and/or equivalent experience with biomedical imaging, which includes digital imaging technology, and networking technology. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office or similar products (primarily Word and Excel). Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of networking technology. Demonstrated ability to multi-task several projects. Excellent human relations and communications skills. Use of personal vehicle for travel to various sites is required/expected. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Walks, stands, and occasionally sits throughout the day. Must be able to: - lift up to 25 lbs. from floor to waist and up to 30 lbs. overhead. - lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance. Must be able to: - push with 50 lbs. of force. - pull with 40 lbs. of force. Work atmosphere may contain dust/dirt fumes and odors. Exposed to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. As a result, protective clothing must be worn as necessary. Incumbent required to travel, thus will be exposed to road and weather conditions. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.