Under general supervision, tests and repairs complex medical equipment and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3 Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is the journey level class in the Biomedical Equipment Technician series. Incumbents maintain a variety of complex medical equipment, may specialize in one or more areas and may train other employees and professional staff.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Repairs and adjusts a variety of complex medical equipment; utilizes schematic diagrams and test instruments to locate malfunctions; develops and implements a preventative maintenance program for medical equipment; assists in testing and evaluating equipment prior to purchase.
Modifies and/or fabricates medical equipment to conform to new specifications or requirements.
Performs equipment and circuit safety inspections; records electrical measurement readings on equipment history files, assuring compliance with hospital licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
Assists in developing and providing in-service training programs related to safe operation of medical equipment.
May train other technicians; may assign, train and review the work of Biomedical Equipment Technician I's.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of 60 semester units in an accredited college or university with a major in electronics or a related area or completion of an advanced military electronics school.
Experience: One-year experience in the repair, maintenance or modification of medical equipment.
Substitution: Additional-qualifying experience may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.
KNOWLEDGE
A.A. and D.C. network analysis; electronic circuits, systems, tubes and transistors and related math; electronic test equipment; a wide range of complex medical equipment normally found in an acute-care hospital; occupational hazards and safety precautions; safety standards for electrical apparatus; state electrical codes; related hospital licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
ABILITY
React quickly and calmly to equipment malfunctions in emergency situations; install, modify, repair, maintain and locate defects in a variety of medical equipment; read and interpret circuit diagrams; maintain written records; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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