Biomedical Engineering Technologist P1

at  Providence Healthcare

Salary: The salary range for this position is CAD $37.89/Hr. - CAD $47.31/Hr.
Summary:
Are you a Biomedical Engineering Technologist looking to be part of a diverse interdisciplinary team with a fantastic culture doing impactful work in public health care?
Did we mention competitive compensation and a great benefits package including unlimited massage and physiotherapy?
The Lower Mainland Biomedical Engineering (LMBME) consolidated group under Providence Health Care is currently accepting applications for Biomedical Engineering Technologists at our various sites across the Lower Mainland.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation of a recognized program in Biomedical Engineering Technology or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid BC Drivers License and access to a vehicle to travel with tools and equipment for work purposes.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of the operating and maintenance practices for medical devices, including adherence to manufacturer’s specifications and standard operating procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and document work in accordance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Current computer troubleshooting and networking knowledge, as well as understanding of cybersecurity and interfaces with electronic medical records.
• Demonstrated ability to operate electronic test equipment, hand tools, power tools, and other related equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform factory-level repairs, performance verification, and quality control checks of medical equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to address issues with critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with vendors, colleagues, clinical staff, and equipment users, especially in high-stress environments.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound judgments and decisions in high-pressure environments such as Operating Rooms and patient care areas.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate professionally in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position, including walking/standing for long periods, lifting equipment (up to 25 kg), working with delicate instrumentation requiring manual dexterity, and normal vision, with or without correction.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: $37.89 - $47.31 CAD per hour, depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits: Eligible employees receive a robust medical and dental benefits package, including unlimited physiotherapy and massage, as well as paid vacation.
• Work-Life Balance: Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Providence is proud to offer a range of opportunities, often including full-time, part-time, and casual.
• Unionized Stability: Enjoy the consistency and security offered by a unionized role.
• Pension plan: Work towards a comfortable retirement through employer-matched contributions to one of Canada’s strongest pension plans!
• Exciting Variety: As a single-point employer for all public hospitals throughout Greater Vancouver, opportunities to transfer sites and explore a wide range of medical devices, clinical settings, and specializations
• Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of patients, including many from marginalized communities.
• Professional Training: Expand your skill set with opportunities for hands-on training with vendors and experienced mentors.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth, including pathways to leadership and specialization in networked medical devices/cybersecurity/data integrations
• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

WHO WE ARE:

Lower Mainland Biomedical Engineering focuses primarily on health care technology management by providing a wide range of technical and engineering expertise. Under Providence Health Care, LMBME serves four health organizations in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia:

• Fraser Health Authority (FHA)
• Providence Health Care (PHC)
• Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
• Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

LMBME acts as the technology resource and manages medical devices throughout their entire life cycle; starting from the planning for purchase and development of specifications stage, through the purchasing, implementation, maintenance, and finally, end of life and disposition stage. LMBME’s 190+ technologists support more than 100,000 medical devices spread across 27 major hospitals and additional sites such as correctional facilities, dialysis units, etc.
LMBME also plays a key role in technology management related to patient safety. It conducts medical equipment incident investigations, monitors medical equipment recalls and alerts, and al technology.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Our Technologists play a crucial role in medical device maintenance, ensuring our clinical teams are able to provide the essential services that make up the robust public health care system in our province. Being a Technologist with Providence and LMBME means joining a tight-knit and supportive departmental working environment that fosters a sense of community amongst professionals dedicated to patient care. As a member of the team, you’ll have access to incredible opportunities for interdisciplinary learning, mentorship, and professional development. LMBME is a consolidated group that supports a huge variety of sites and clinical settings from hyperbaric chambers to operating rooms, allowing you to diversify your experience and work with a range of interdisciplinary teams from Fraser Health Authority, Providence Health Care, Provincial Health Services Authority, and Vancouver Coastal Health.
Technologist roles with Providence also offer a very competitive benefits package for eligible employees, from medical/dental benefits (including unlimited massage and physiotherapy) and pension plan to paid vacation and the stability and job security of a unionized position.

YOUR DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Equipment Maintenance and Repair: Working as part of an integrated team, performing corrective and preventative maintenance on a variety of biomedical and electronic equipment
• Documentation and Records Management: Documenting activities and maintaining records, including service files, equipment service histories, demand and planned maintenance records, and tracking warranty programs. Informing clinical staff on the status of medical equipment inventory.
• Technical Support and Training: Providing orientation and technical support to clinical staff, other hospital staff, and patients regarding medical technology. Preparing training materials, demonstrating procedures, and writing technical procedures for the operation of equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Medical Device Network Management: Participating in the implementation and maintenance of medical device networks and interfaces with electronic medical record systems. Troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and collaborating with clinical and IMITS staff for data management and sharing protocols.
• Risk Management and Quality Improvement: Participating in risk management and quality improvement activities to enhance the safety of patients and staff. Responding to incidents involving medical technology, collecting information, documenting investigations, and providing input into recommendations to prevent recurrence. Identifying hazards and submitting hazard reports as needed.
  Please note that this is a hands-on, medical device maintenance-focused Biomedical Engineering Technologist role and not a Clinical Engineering position. We post openings for Biomedical Clinical Engineers separately.
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