Biomedical Equipment Service Manager
Job ID: 283396
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
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Location
Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University, we provide dental education to the next generation of professionals by offering hands-on education through innovative research, patient care, and service. Join other dental providers to improve the oral health of Georgia and beyond. The DCG was founded to provide the people of Georgia with quality dental care by educating students in dentistry. As a patient, you have the option to receive treatment in one of our three different practice models consisting of student clinics, resident care, or in the faculty practice. All dental treatments can be completed by the specialists in our facility. We also serve patients in more than 20 clinics across Georgia.
Job Summary
The Biomedical Equipment Service Manager oversees the operation, maintenance, and management of biomedical equipment within healthcare facilities. This leadership role involves managing a team of biomedical engineers and technicians, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and developing strategic plans to improve operational efficiency. The Biomedical Manager is critical in ensuring medical devices support high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
TEAM LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT: Supervise and manage a team of biomedical engineers and technicians. Oversee staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations. Foster a collaborative and productive work environment, providing mentorship and guidance to the team.
EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE: Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for biomedical devices. Oversee the repair, calibration, and testing of medical equipment to ensure reliability and safety. Maintain an inventory of medical devices and manage the equipment lifecycle, including replacements and upgrades.
STRATEGIC PLANNING: Develop and execute plans for the procurement, deployment, and decommissioning of biomedical equipment. Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations for investments in new medical devices. Collaborate with other departments to align biomedical operations with organizational goals.
COMPLIANCE AND SAFETY: Ensure all biomedical equipment complies with local, national, and international safety regulations and accreditation standards (e.g., the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care [AAAHC], the National Fire Protection Association [NFPA], the Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA], and the Commission on Dental Accreditation [CODA]. Conduct audits and inspections to verify regulatory compliance, including the Safe Medical Devices Act (SMDA) requirements and FDA equipment recalls and alerts. Develop and enforce policies for the safe use and maintenance of biomedical devices.
BUDGET AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Prepare and manage budgets for the biomedical department, including maintenance, repairs, and equipment purchases. Analyze costs and identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
VENDOR AND STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS: Liaise with vendors, manufacturers, and service providers for procurement, support, and warranty claims. Build relationships with healthcare staff to address clinical needs and ensure satisfaction with
equipment performance.
REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION: Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance, repairs, and performance metrics. Generate detailed reports for senior management on equipment utilization, compliance, and
departmental performance.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with five years of relevant experience (electrical, mechanical, biomedical, or related trade).
Required Experience
Prior experience with computerized maintenance management systems.
Preferred Qualifications
CBET (certified biomedical equipment technician)
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare Administration, Engineering Management, or related field.
Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES), Certified Laboratory Equipment Specialist (CLES), Certified Healthcare Technology Manager
(CHTM), or Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) Certification.
Previous medical/dental experience.
Manufacturer-specific training for medical devices.
Prior experience with CMMS (computerized maintenance management system).
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of the management of overall department resources.
ABILITIES
Ability to draft and recommend local policies/directives/procedures related to healthcare technology management.
Ability to balance multiple responsibilities, set priorities, delegate tasks, meet multiple deadlines, analyze organizational problems, and develop, and implement effective solutions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to analyze problems to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient operations.
SKILLS
Skill in interpersonal relationships in leading and dealing with employees and managers, both within and outside the biomedical engineering program, to include conflict management and dispute resolution.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B11
Salary: Minimum $56,600/annual
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
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