Medical Repair Technician

635 Paradise lane near Edmonds Way

Description

Repairing medical equipment such as oxygen concentrators, CPAP machines at a small business in Edmonds, Wa. Duties Include: Test and calibrate parts and equipment Repair and replace parts Perform preventive maintenance and service Keep records of maintenance and repairs Review technical manuals and attend training sessions Candidates must have the following characteristics: -Communication skills. Medical equipment repairers must effectively communicate technical information by telephone, in writing, and in person when speaking to clients, supervisors, and co-workers. -Dexterity. Many tasks, such as connecting or attaching parts and using hand tools, require a steady hand and good hand-eye coordination. -Mechanical skills. Medical equipment repairers must be familiar with medical components and systems and how they interact. Often, repairers must disassemble and reassemble major parts for repair. -Physical stamina. Standing, crouching, and bending in awkward positions are common when making repairs to equipment. -Technical skills. Use of sophisticated diagnostic tools when working on complex medical equipment. Training will be provided with both the equipment's internal parts and the appropriate tools needed to fix them. -Time-management skills. Because repairing vital medical equipment is urgent, workers must make good use of their time and perform repairs quickly. -Ability to be a Team Player. Be willing to work with other technicians as well as warehouse and office staff personnel. -Education. High school graduate or equivalent. Be able to learn on the job from superiors and attend trainings on equipment from manufacturers. Temporary position with possible conversion to permanent.