BIOMEDICAL TECHNICIAN I

1. JOB TITLE

BIOMEDICAL TECHNICIAN I

2. DIVISION

EWMSC

3. DEPARTMENT

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING  

4. ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

Biomedical Technician will report to the Biomedical Technician II or in accordance with assignment.

5. NATURE & SCOPE

To maintain and replace specialist medical equipment, clinical accessories and surgical instruments.

6. SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Biomedical Technician I would be required to:

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on a wide variety of biomedical and electronic equipment.
• Assist in the installation, calibration, maintenance and repair of biomedical equipment.
• Assist in monitoring equipment in relation to user activities and filling of reports.
• Keep accurate records of all time spent on the job.
• Conduct safety checks on equipment.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the appropriate organisational relationship.

7.  KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent communication (oral/written) and interpersonal skills.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of International Organisational for Standardisation (ISO).
• Ability to maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to interpret schematic diagrams to perform effective repair and maintenance on basic biomedical equipment.
• To keep up to date with changes in the engineering environment.
• Physical strength and dexterity to assist with lifting, pushing or handling heavy objects and the ability to work with a variety hand and power tools.
• Ability to work in tight spaces.
• Ability to sit or stand for long time periods.
• Excellent management skill.
• Excellent knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology.
  • Knowledge of computer hardware, software and programming skills in the applied field.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of troubleshooting techniques on biomedical equipment or in a related technical field.
  • An understanding of the ethics of hospital practices as well as the hazards and safety considerations to patients and staff.

8.  MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of Five (5) GCE/CXC O’Level passes; two of which must be English Language and Mathematics, (or Principles of Accounts or Economics).
• Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technician (EEET).
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in maintenance of biomedical equipment or in a related technical field.
  • Certification in Microsoft Office.
  • Any other equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

9.  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Not Applicable

10.  COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIP

Internal:

• Biomedical Technicians
• Medical Staff
• Nursing Staff
• Allied Staff

External:

• External Stakeholders