Clinical Engineering Manager - Rahway, NJ

Job Overview:
Responsible for the day-to-day operation of Biomedical Engineering department at a local facility, or multiple facilities. Is the principal liaison between the local facility and the system for medical equipment management. Responsible for the execution of department/organizational goals, policies, regulatory requirements and staff performance. Works with the department Director in establishing goals, policies and staffing. All other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum AAS degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent work/military experience in Biomedical Engineering.
• 7+ years of hands on experience
• 2+ years of supervisory/management/leadership experience
• Knows how to use biomedical/electronic test equipment
• Knows principles and function of electricity/electronics
• Knows how to use MS Office and other computer applications
• Knows various types of medical equipment and medical terminology
• Knowledge of healthcare regulatory bodies and standards (Joint Commission, CMS, FDA, DOH & Others)

Preferred:

• Bachelors Degree preferred

• Knowledge of computers and networks

• Undergraduate accounting course

• AAMI/ICC certification

• Attended management/leadership seminars, training or conferences

• Project management experience

Essential Functions:

Resource and Staff Development/Supervision 40%

• 1. Supervises all technical staff to promote a high level of efficiencies and technical support within the Biomedical Engineering Department at a local facility as follows:
     1. Creates On-Call Schedules for all qualified technical staff.
     2. Conducts disciplinary action and correction as required.
     3. Assigns incoming service requests as necessary prioritizing those that are of an emergent nature.
     4. Assists technical staff in the daily up keep of supplies, parts, and repairs to minimize equipment downtime and shortages.
     5. Creates monthly schedule of medical equipment due for inspection.
     6. Manages staffing levels so there is no interruption in support.

Performs/oversees new employee orientation education and coordinates cross-training activities to maintain a high level of technical skills.

• Assures that annual competencies and annual employee performance evaluations are current and completed on time

Performance Improvement Measurements/Quality Control 30%

• Validates work is completed on-time and productivity remains high.
• The Equipment Management Program is kept current and accurate for regulatory and service history purposes.
• Assures an accurate inventory of service literature to adequately support medical equipment.
• Monitors and reports preventive maintenance completion and inventory control reports. Incomplete work is followed up with all departments involved to find a resolution.
• Expected to be a member of at least 2 hospital wide committees.
• Provides a major role in the coordination of medical equipment safety notifications and recall alerts
• Assists technical staff in conducting proper incident investigations to validate either an equipment or user failure.
• Proactively works with Information Systems on medical equipment network connectivity, integration and software applications as necessary.
• Provides assistance to technical staff and validates the creating and entering of new preventive maintenance procedures with the understanding that the primary responsibility belongs with the biomedical staff.

Inter-Departmental Relations 20%

• Maintains a positive working relationship to other departments by routinely interacting and collaborating with other departments within a facility.
• Participates in safety rounding.
• Continuing education to maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide medical equipment support to all age groups of patient populations.
• Participates in various activities (of long or short term duration) that target specific operational issues, concerns, perspectives or requirements.
• Follow up on User Error/User Abuse issues
• Aids in or is the lead of managing new equipment installations and project management activities.

Documentation 10%

• Document all activities in our work order system to meet regulatory and departmental requirements.
• All documentation will be accurate and complete.
• To validate a minimum of 85% productivity of work accomplished, and the entire team is at or above the minimum.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer