Biomedical Engineering Technologist 2

at  The Ottawa Hospital

ABOUT THE OTTAWA HOSPITAL

Inspired by research and driven by compassion!
The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada’s largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,100 beds and approximately 12,000 staff members, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario region.
From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking solutions to the most complex health-care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision for better patient care.
Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high-quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• Electronics Technologist Diploma (3 year) from an accredited institution (as a minimum);
• Minimum of six (6) months relevant experience;
• Knowledge of legislative safety requirements, Ontario Hydro Electrical Safety Code, and CSA Standards;
• Ability to understand the links and inter-connectivity of various electronic systems;
• Ability to understand and interpret schematic diagrams;
• Ability to service and calibrate electro-medical equipment;
• Skilled in the use of electrical or electronic measuring devices;
• Basic knowledge of general physics and anatomy;
• Integrates critical thinking, education and relevant practical experience in technical problem solving approach;
• Demonstrated ability to use MS Office applications with emphasis on Excel. Perform basic data analysis. Produce charts and reports as required;
• Excellent customer service and relation management skills;
• Excellent knowledge in the use of a computerized maintenance management system;
• Excellent teamwork skills;
• Clear written and verbal communication skills is a must;
• Availability for overtime, weekend support, call-back and flexibility in hours of work as required;
• Working knowledge of WHMIS.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated ability to create departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions;
• Relevant research equipment and/or lab equipment knowledge and experience;
• Understanding of laboratory documentation and accreditation requirements;
• Demonstrated knowledge of microscopes, analyzers, microtomes, etc;
• Certified Biomedical Engineering Technologist (CBET);
• Registered with OACETT;
• Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize tasks, anticipate problems and deviations with daily or monthly plans to meet assigned and personal objectives;
• Experience in electromedical equipment support including anesthesia, defibrillators, infusion pumps, feeding pumps, thermometers;
• Proven ability to working in an Intensive Care, Operating Room, and Patient Care, Laboratory, Research and Pathology environments;
• JOHSC Experience and training.
• Proficiency in English and French - oral expression (advanced level) and comprehension (advanced level).

Please refer the Job description for details