Biomedical Technician, Operating Room 2nd Shift, Freedom

Description:

Preventive Maintenance:

Performing function checks on boom articulation, mechanical brakes, and leak testing interior hoses. Compliance Testing:

Ensuring nonstationary booms meet NFPA 99 testing guidelines, which typically requires evaluations every 18 months. Repair and Troubleshooting:

Fixing pipeline leaks, replacing terminal units, and addressing system alarms to avoid surgical delays. System Upgrades:

Retrofitting or installing brand new surgical boom systems in healthcare facilities.

Requirements: Certifications:

Technicians are usually required to hold ASSE (American Society of Sanitary Engineering) certifications, such as

ASSE 6040

and

ASSE 6030

(Medical Gas System Verifier). Regulatory Knowledge:

Deep understanding of NFPA 99 (Health Care Facilities Code) and local plumbing or mechanical codes. Background:

Many technicians transition from careers as licensed plumbers, pipefitters, or biomedical equipment technicians PIc0eb8bf0b7eb-26289-40616261