Engineering Associate
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- 1 day ago Post Date
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- 25004624 Requisition #
University of Iowa Health Care Information Systems and Bioengineering has a great opportunity to join our team as an Engineering Associate! In this role, you will complete a variety of medical equipment repairs, safety verification and preventive maintenance tasks on a broad range of patient care equipment and/or systems of moderate complexity under minimal supervision. You will serve as the front-line customer contact for assigned departments and complete assigned projects and installations according to manufacturer or regulatory requirements. You may need to respond to after-hours troubleshooting and repair calls.
This posting is for two positions and are located at Main Campus - 200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA.
Position Responsibilities:
Analysis:
- Read PM procedures, gather equipment and tools to complete the work
- Document maintenance performed, and parts used in the maintenance management system
Engineering Project Management:
- Independently complete directed assignments such as:
- Assist with check-in and activation of equipment for go-live of new units/projects
- Unpacking and assembly of medical equipment, attaching labels, completing initial preventive maintenance inspections and delivery of equipment
- Configuration updates, recall remediation updates of limited complexity or scope
Compliance:
- Preventive maintenance and repair work in accordance with Joint Commission, College of American Pathologists or other regulatory standards
- Follow manufacturer repair or preventive maintenance procedures
- May occasionally include repair and maintenance of specialized or specialty equipment
Planning:
- May be asked for input when planning a project that will involve the technician’s effort to complete
- May be asked to create, sort, and/or filter a list of equipment affected by a project
- May be asked to assemble tools required for completing project and plan/prioritize the order in which the identified project tasks are completed
Application of Technical Knowledge:
- Measure voltages, current and other electronic characteristics to rule out, isolate or diagnose the cause of equipment failures
- Evaluate electrical or mechanical specifications of replacement parts to determine if the parts will fit the application
- Swap and exchange system assemblies or components to identify equipment failures
- Troubleshoot equipment problems through an understanding of equipment function and use
- May respond to after-hours on-call support of medical equipment, escalating to supervisory personnel when additional support is needed
Communication:
- Explain repairs and repair costs to clinical users to assist them with deciding whether to take equipment out of service
- May participate in training new Bioengineering staff by explaining procedures or engineering tasks involved with repair and maintenance
Leadership:
- May on occasion provide functional direction of new staff and students on a limited scope
Financial Responsibility:
- Obtain part or repair pricing from equipment vendors for special order parts or proposed stock items
- Obtain RMA from company for vendor depot repairs
- Arrange vendor on-site repairs
- Request a PO from Supply Chain Associate and place orders when needed
Health Care Information Systems (HCIS): Provides and supports information and communication systems and technology that facilitate quality patient care, progressive medical education, and innovative research.
- Salary: $56,100 to commensurate – Paygrade 3A
- The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including 24 days paid vacation per year to start and paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
- Percent of Time: 100%
- Location: 200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA
- Staff Type: Professional & Scientific
- Type of Position: Regular
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree within biomedical engineering or related technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience Requirements:
- Typically, 0-1 years of experience working with biomedical equipment or healthcare technology.
- Basic knowledge of medical equipment function.
- Basic understanding of common clinical terminology as well as that of life sciences such as anatomy and physiology.
- Basic electronic training with knowledge of electronic theory and technology.
- Must meet the University of Iowa Fleet Services program rules and regulations, due to the ability to drive University vehicles.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience maintaining medical equipment in a field service or healthcare environment.
- Experience with Philips PICiX and Intellivue monitoring products.
- Experience with BD Alaris infusion pump product lines.
To be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. A cover letter is desired as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
