CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey is a leading non – profit healthcare delivery system in New Jersey. The System includes CentraState Medical Center a community-based hospital, an ambulatory campus, three senior living facilities and three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the 3rd largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState Healthcare System continues to live up to its reputation of being a truly great place to work recently designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company.

CentraState is looking for a Biomedical Technician to work onsite at our hospital- CentraState Medical Center, located at 901 W Main St, Freehold, NJ, 07728.  Overview of responsibilities: Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance and performance assurance on patient care equipment.

*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

• Demonstrated ability to learn from others on the job. Technician can teach some basic skills to new hires or interns.

• Possesses understanding and skills related to general medical equipment systems and devices.

• Working knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology with emphasis in clinical application and troubleshooting.

• Possesses the ability to follow manufacturer’s procedures for preventive maintenance inspection, scheduled maintenance, electrical safety inspections, and operation verification procedures on all, but not limited to, general medical equipment.

• Repair, install, and calibrate general medical equipment.

• Possesses understanding of medical PC and peripherals.

• Exhibits understanding and can demonstrate use of required hand tools, digital multi meter, electrical safety analyzer and pressure measuring gauges.

• Inform supervisors of the status of repairs, scheduled inspections, unusual medical equipment situations, and any customer concerns.

• Work with and document the activities of subcontractors, vendors, and outside service technicians to ensure proper service delivery and vendor documentation.

• Develop biomedical expertise through ongoing training and education.

• Assist with special projects as assigned.

• Prepare to assume 24-hour on-call repair responsibilities within 6 months of hire.

• Possesses understanding of Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP), The Joint Commission, NFPA and other regulatory agencies’ standards.

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include the inventory, preventive maintenance schedules, nomenclature, and service history.

• Ensures service completed and documentation submitted is accurate, complete, and timely.

• Resolve customer service issues.

• Interacts with customers in a timely manner.

• Demonstrates the ability to elicit information from customers as needed for troubleshooting and general support.

• Develop and maintain positive clinical relationships with staff, department representatives and/or equipment users.

• Communicate medical equipment status with staff, department representatives and/or equipment users, and with supervisor.

• Possesses knowledge of clinical equipment systems (laboratory systems, networked medical equipment systems, connected medical equipment etc.)

Education:

• Associates Degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology (BMET/EET) required  OR
• Military training in Biomedical Equipment Technology (BMET) required.
• BMET or CBET certification preferred.

Experience:

• Two years experience in the maintenance, repair, calibration and safety testing of biomedical equipment preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be familiar with analog and digital electronic principles and theory, and have the ability to interpret wiring diagrams and schematic drawings.
• Must be able to build and set-up test circuits for specific tests and measurements.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and transmitcomplicated detailed instructions in writing and orally required. Demonstrated computer skills required. Must be able to meet deadlines.

CentraState Healthcare System, a partner of Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system that provides comprehensive health services in the central New Jersey region. In addition to offering a full range of leading-edge diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState serves as a valuable health partner focused on the latest ways to prevent disease, promote healthy behaviors, and help people of all ages live life well. Based in Freehold, CentraState is comprised of a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a vibrant health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions offering primary care and specialty physician practices, along with access to outpatient services, such as lab and physical therapy. The system also offers a family medicine residency and geriatric fellowship training program in affiliation with Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Among its many honors and accreditations, CentraState is one of less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence four times and was designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year.

When you bring your talent to CentraState, you are joining a trailblazing healthcare facility, committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused care. Join us in making incredible strides in health care, and making a difference in our community. We believe in enriching the lives of our employees through work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities and much more.

Find out why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive compensation
• Excellent benefits package and rewards program
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• 401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Life Insurance 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility