Radiology Service Engineer

Job Title: Radiology Service Engineer

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Imaging Services

Req #: 0000217059

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $28.15 - $43.64 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Reports to assigned work locations as required to meet organizational needs. RSE2 demonstrates confidence using tools and test equipment to perform preventative maintenance and service on radiological equipment. Ensures radiological equipment meets manufacture specifications and is safe for patient care. Demonstrates troubleshooting skills necessary to complete most repairs on multiple modalities. When necessary provides information to assisting engineers to minimize down time and loss of continuity of care. Aids team members and other clinical engineering staff both remotely and onsite as required. Documents all work performed in a timely fashion and participates in the radiology emergency on-call program. Staff assists management in meeting regulatory requirements and department/organizational goals. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum AAS degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent work/military experience on radiology equipment. 3+ years of experience servicing radiology equipment on more than one vendor and/or modality Can demonstrate proficient use of hand tools Working knowledge of electricity/electronics Working knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical components Can demonstrate proficient use of electronic test equipment including oscilloscope Can complete most repairs without assistance Working knowledge of MS-Office and other computer applications Working knowledge of computers and networks Working knowledge of radiological safety procedures Multiple manufacture certifications Attentive to detail and excellent follow-up with customers. Excellent customer service skills Ability to work under pressure Ability to attend vendor technical training regardless of method or location Valid NJ Driver’s License

Scheduling Requirements:

• Days to work- 8A-4P M-F, occassional Saturday
• Full-Time
• Working Location(s): Livingston, possible local travel to other RWJBH sites

Essential Functions:

• Conducts preventive maintenance inspections appropriate to level of job competence using appropriate productivity & quality measures.
• Completes monthly assigned tasks within the specified timeframe prioritizing inspections of high risk over low risk equipment.
• Recognizes unsafe conditions & notifies appropriate management team members to correct them.
• Works collaboratively with senior technical staff to creates & enter PM procedures following manufacturer guidelines.
• Effectively responds to service requests, competently troubleshoots & repairs medical equipment appropriate to job proficiency level using established productivity & quality measures, demonstrating good judgment on performing component vs. circuit board level repairs.
• Demonstrates the need to maintain an adequate level of parts on hand as applicable, to assist in keeping downtime to an absolute minimum.
• Timely and accurately documents all service requests and repairs in the biomedical equipment database.
• Inspects new devices & equipment with competence appropriate to job proficiency level. This includes judgment on safety, compliance with codes, standards & ability to learn about the function/performance of new devices with speed & comprehension.
• Secures all required device information for biomedical equipment database.
• Demonstrates the need to have current service and operator manuals on hand for proper servicing of all types of medical equipment.
• Assists Manager in maintaining and fulfilling the department/organizational regulatory requirements and goals.
• Complies with system, hospital and departmental policies and procedures and objectives.
• Reports witnessed violations that put patients, staff, department or facility in jeopardy to appropriate management personnel.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of shop safety including the use of electronic test equipment.
• Assists Manager with responding to/correcting medical equipment recalls/device alerts from manufactures and/or F.D.A.
• Participates in On Call duties after normal working hours. Must respond to a call within 15 minutes by telephone, and report to the facility within a maximum of one hour if required to be on site.
• Ability to give technical instruction to users over the phone minimizing equipment downtime while providing the continuum in patient care, and organizational cost effectiveness.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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