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Job Description

Scientific Instruments (SI) team provides services that support patient care, laboratory and research equipment for University, state, federal and other publicly funded agencies. Services include technology management, regulatory compliance, preventive maintenance, routine or emergency repairs, and design and prototype development. SI is a self-sustaining unit. Major customers include UW Medical Center, Laboratory Medicine, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, UW Physicians Neighborhood Clinics, Harborview Medical Center and NW Hospital.

The Biomedical Electronics Technician 2 (BMET 2) will perform journey level Biomedical Electronics work such as troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, installing, testing, calibrating and constructing a variety of analog, digital and electromechanical instruments used in healthcare, clinical laboratories and medical research.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Under general supervision, independently troubleshoot, repair, maintain, install, test and calibrate basic to moderately complex clinical, laboratory and medical research equipment.

Typical Tasks:

+ Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair electronic, electromechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic device malfunctions to the system, device, assembly or component level as needed to best meet the clinical and financial needs of the customer.

+ Repair or replace defective patient cables, probes or other accessories.

+ Perform preventive maintenance by cleaning, lubricating, adjusting, calibrating, verifying performance and electrical safety testing.

+ Document equipment inspections, repairs and failures in database.

+ Confer with faculty, staff, healthcare providers, laboratory staff, students, vendors and management to resolve equipment problems.

+ Provide technical assistance and instruction on equipment operation and maintenance to clinical and laboratory personnel.

+ Schedule and oversee third-party repairs as necessary.

+ May perform repairs on life support equipment under emergent conditions.

+ Drive state vehicles to service equipment at off-campus locations.

+ Fabricate custom devices, cables and accessories.

+ Evaluate, make recommendations and approve devices for use on human subjects.

+ Evaluate medical equipment involved in unusual incidents.

+ Other related duties as assigned.

Typical Equipment Serviced:

+ Patient monitors, defibrillators, electrocardiographs, electrosurgical generators, smoke evacuators, aspirators, audiometers, tympanometers, oto/ophthalmoscopes, centrifuges, microscopes, specialized analyzers, etc.

+ May also perform limited maintenance and repairs on medical imaging equipment such as general purpose and dental x-ray generators and diagnostic ultrasounds.

Performance Expectations:

+ Cultivate positive working relationships with coworkers, management, customers, manufacturers, vendors and the general public.

+ Work independently and as a committed team member.

+ Model excellence in customer service.

+ Actively support the mission of Scientific Instruments and the University.

+ Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

+ Effectively manage time, tools and resources.

+ Maintain a clean, uncluttered and safe work environment.

+ Meet personal productivity and billing goals.

+ Continuously develop technical and leadership skills by active participation in professional associations and by taking relevant training courses.

+ Actively participate in departmental quality and process improvement activities.

+ Demonstrate strong communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions and procedures.

+ Demonstrate basic computer literacy, including ability to use: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook), voicemail & email, internet browsers & search engines, one or more Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as TMA, Maximo or TMS.

+ Demonstrate knowledge of terminology and concepts related to servicing medical and laboratory equipment and be able to effectively communicate these concepts to coworkers and customers.

Supervision:

+ Reports to the BMET Supervisor.

+ May direct the work of others.

+ Expected to mentor junior BMETs.

Conditions of Employment:

+ Work Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM; may include occasional overtime, weekend or shifted hours as dictated by customer’s needs.

+ Must be able to lift /move at least 50 lbs.

Working Conditions/Environment:

+ Generally good working conditions. Possible hazards include exposure to electrical shock, ionizing radiation, chemicals and chemical fumes, high pressure gasses, infectious diseases, and other hazards encountered in clinical and laboratory settings.

+ Protective clothing and equipment may be required in certain environments such as sterile operating rooms, animal care areas and Biosafety Level 3 laboratories.

+ Constant reaching out, talking, and hearing.

+ Frequent standing, walking, and grasping.

+ Occasional sitting, bending, stooping, turning, twisting, bending neck, kneeling, squatting, climbing, wrist turning, pinching, fine manipulation, keyboarding, operating hand controls, operating foot controls, and driving University vehicle.

Required Qualifications:

Two years of experience as a Biomedical Electronics Technician 1

OR

Four years of experience as a biomedical electronics technician

OR

Equivalent education/experience

OR

Certification by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) as a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$81,852.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$117,120.00 annual

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:

Not Applicable

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 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

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 (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.