Biomedical Equipment Technician 3 - Sodexo

Role Overview

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Sodexo is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Technician III for MLK Community Healthcare located in Los Angeles, CA.

Is this opportunity right for you?

Founded in 2015, MLK Community Healthcare is a 131-bed acute care hospital located in the Willowbrook neighborhood of Los Angeles. MLK Community Healthcare includes a hospital and clinics that provide compassionate healthcare services to meet the needs of our patients, their families and a growing and diverse community. 

Working in Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) for Sodexo, you will partner with our Healthcare clients to manage their clinical technology needs. Together, we provide leadership and expertise for their business, patients, residents and the staff who care for them.  At Sodexo, we improve the Quality of Life of all those we serve. We are looking for a positive and motivated technician to join our team.

Position Summary:

Under minimal supervision of the Account Manager/Site Supervisor, Troubleshoots, inspects, repairs, maintains and calibrates an advanced range of clinical equipment, devices, systems, and instruments. Monitors, mentors, and supports lower level BMET positions. A BMET III represents the highest level of technical expertise and possesses the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the full range of clinical inventory devices, instrumentation, and systems. The BMET III will possess a substantial background of knowledge and experience and is expected to contribute to: corporate initiatives regarding improvement and development of policy and procedures; technical guidance in the selection and installation of medical equipment and systems; and staff development and mentorship.

What You'll Do

At Sodexo, our HTM positions offer you the opportunity to expand your skills and grow your career.  Therefore, we are seeking solution-oriented candidates who excel at customer service with a proven success as a Biomedical Equipment Technician III (BMET). Sodexo’s BMET professionals have:

• Formal training and preferred experience servicing clinical equipment
• Experience in a healthcare facility or healthcare setting
• Experience effectively repairing, maintaining and calibrating clinical devices such as, but not limited to: General Biomed, Patient Monitoring, Telemetry, ESUs, Ventilators, Anesthesia or Training, OR exp. preferred.
• Leadership experience with mentoring. 
• Proactive thinking skills to troubleshoot
• Strong communication, time management, and customer service skills: ability to provide world class service to healthcare customers

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

The ideal Biomedical Equipment Technician 3 should have: 

• Preferably 7-10 years of experience in electronic, mechanical or electro-mechanical repair in a health care technology setting
• Basic knowledge of networking theory
• Considerable knowledge of electronic circuitry and technical aspects of the operation, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment
• Substantial knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and illustrated parts drawings of biomedical instrumentation and skill in testing electronic equipment as well as in manual dexterity, hand-to-eye coordination, and color vision

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree (or equivalent experience) in electronic, biomedical engineering or a discipline geared toward managing maintaining and repairing clinical equipment within a healthcare environment

Minimum Functional Experience - 7 years of experience in electronic, mechanical or electro-mechanical repair in a health care technology setting