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+ GENERAL SUMMARY

+ The Equipment Specialist is responsible for ensuring that equipment that is used by the department for the diagnostic, therapeutic and monitoring care of patients is safe, reliable and functioning properly in order to maintain high-quality delivery of operative procedures. The position collaborates with departmental partners to assess and document equipment needs through various maintenance activities, including equipment inspections and trials, and provide communications to leadership to help secure those needs. Reports to department leadership.

+ ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Provides clinical surgical support by managing and operating all relevant surgical equipment.

+ Ensures functionality, cleanliness and readiness of all department equipment and supplies.

+ Analyzes and resolves both routine and complex equipment issues using independent judgment and technical expertise.

+ Anticipates and prepares necessary devices and instruments for surgical procedures based on surgeon and staff needs.

+ Performs inspections, installations, and maintenance of perioperative medical equipment in accordance with manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU).

+ Assists with evaluations, trials, and implementation of new surgical equipment and technologies.

+ Educates and supports physicians and Operating Room (OR) personnel on the use and features of both new and existing surgical products.

+ Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including surgeons, OR staff, Sterile Processing, Biomedical Engineering, and other support departments.

+ Maintains accurate documentation of service activities, equipment usage, and maintenance logs.

+ Provides assistance to department leadership on equipment needs, repairs and related costs through collaboration with Biomedical technicians and industry vendors.

+ Performs all other duties as assigned.

+ LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

+ Required Licenses and/or Certifications

+ None

+ MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

+ Required Education and Experience

+ High School Diploma or equivalent required.

+ Minimum 2 years of procurement or related work experience in a surgical setting or healthcare facility.

+ Previous experience in maintaining, cleaning, and storage of equipment in a fast-paced environment necessary.

+ Preferred Education and Experience

+ Associate’s Degree preferred.

+ Biomedical background preferred.

+ Two years of technical/electronics training.

+ Prior experience with military technical/electronics experience.

+ Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Ability to manage time effectively and document work appropriately

+ Possess good attention to detail and has the ability to disassemble/reassemble equipment for repairs and maintenance.

+ Be able to accurately interpret and follow manufacturer service documentation and perform the required service tasks.

+ Possess good analytical skills and has the ability to properly utilize test instrumentation for troubleshooting and fault isolation.

+ Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite.

+ Professional knowledge of areas of responsibility in order to assist in the planning and implementation of department procurement services.

+ Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

+ WORKING CONDITIONS

+ Expected to work in a patient care environment with minimal exposure to environmental hazards such as but not limited to excessive noise, dust, or extremes in temperatures. Frequent exposures to communicable diseases and moderately adverse working conditions due to the need to perform certain patient care activities.

+ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Click here to view physical requirements. (https://www.chkd.org/uploadedFiles/Documents/Employees/Category%20B1%20Jobs.pdf%20)