Clin Eng Imaging Specialist I Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Washington, DC (Job ID req25861)

Description

General Summary of Position

Job Summary: 

Assembles, installs, repairs, evaluates, maintains, troubleshoots, and inspects diagnostic imaging equipment including, but not limited to laser cameras, diagnostic ultrasound, general radiographic, fluoroscopy, interventional radiographic and special procedure, CT, Gamma Camera, and MRI, to provide for safe and efficient diagnostic procedures.

Primary Duties: 

1. Analyzes, troubleshoots and repairs malfunctioning diagnostic imaging equipment, using all available resources, including test equipment, service manuals and hand tools. Assists more senior Imaging Specialists on repair and preventive maintenance activities to increase familiarity with imaging modalities. Works with equipment manufacturers and corporate IT as required to complete repairs and associated paperwork in a timely manner.

1. Assures proper operation of equipment following repair and or preventive maintenance. Operates and evaluates the performance of equipment in assigned area. Responsible for quality control compliance following equipment repairs.
   
   

1. Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
   
   

1. Installs, calibrates, and maintains diagnostic imaging equipment in assigned area including, but not limited to laser cameras, diagnostic ultrasound, general radiographic, fluoroscopy, interventional radiographic and special procedure, CT, Gamma Camera, and MRI. Troubleshoots, identifies mechanical, electrical, and electronic problems; performs preventive maintenance and makes repairs or adjustments as needed, assists with installation of software upgrades. When necessary, confers with more senior Imaging Specialists and utilizes vendor's technical support.
   
   

1. Maintains department records, reports, and files as required. Keeps current a technical library consisting of service and troubleshooting manuals. Maintains effective working relationships with other departments and participates in multidisciplinary operations, quality and service improvement teams.
   
   

1. Orders and maintains appropriate stock levels for repair parts and supplies for assigned equipment. Participates in incident investigations and reporting related to diagnostic imaging equipment failures. Assists in defining causes and corrective action needed, which may include design additions, improvements, and modifications to electronic equipment.
   
   

1. Performs preventive maintenance inspections on diagnostic imaging devices and completes all associated paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Is knowledgeable of applicable safety and electrical limits for healthcare equipment. Travels between various system sites or provides phone support if required. Reports problems to the CE Manager at the local sites.

Qualifications: 

•        Associate degree in electronic technology required.
•        Completion of courses in Radiologic Technology Service including advanced training program in electro-mechanical/electronic principles required.
•        Equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired required.
•        2 years' experience in repair and troubleshooting of related diagnostic imaging technology, including but not limited to laser cameras, diagnostic ultrasound, general radiographic, fluoroscopy, interventional radiographic and special procedure, CT, Gamma Camera, and MRI required.
•        CBET - Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician and/or eligibility required.

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.