Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Responsibilities*
BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY
With minimal supervision, repair, calibrate, and maintain medical equipment and support systems of varying complexity at Michigan Medicine. The Primary area of responsibility is in the bed shop and other on-campus locations. Responsibilities include infusion devices, beds, stretchers, patient lifts, exam tables, surgical lights, surgical tables, hypo/hyperthermia units, sequential compression units, food pumps, and blood warmers. Factory training is provided.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work performed is documented in the work order database system AIMS. Additional duties include identifying and preparing parts and materials necessary for repairs and preventive maintenance on assigned devices. Cross-training for other Biomedical Engineering Technicians for expanded backup support is also required.
Work hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The primary job site is the Michigan Medicine main campus. Technicians must have a valid Michigan driver's license and be able to drive a motor vehicle.
Required Qualifications*
- An associate degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology or equivalent Military training is required.
- Knowledge and experience with advanced analog and digital electronics.
- Minimum of 0-3 years of experience repairing and maintaining medical equipment, preferably in a hospital environment.
Work Schedule
Work hours are Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Grade B1
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.