Clinical Engineering Director

Company: Arkansas Children's Hospital
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. COVID AND FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your ()and search the "Find Jobs" report.Work Shift: Day ShiftTime Type: Full timeDepartment: CC017315 Healthcare Technology ManagementSummary:Directs, coordinates and governs all functions related to safety testing, repair, and maintenance of biomedical patient care equipment. Provides training and technical leadership to appropriate patient care personnel regarding equipment operations, standards, and maintenance.Additional Information:Required Education:Bachelors Degree or Equivalent ExperienceRecommended Education:Master's DegreeRequired Work Experience:Recommended Work Experience:IS - Related_Management experience in a healthcare setting, Related Field - 7 years with 5 years of leadership experienceRequired Certifications:Recommended Certifications:1 of the following certifications is required - -, Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) - Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation, Certified Laboratory Equipment Specialist (CLES) - International Certification Commission, Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES) - Association for the Advancement of Medical InstrumentationDescription1. Uses technical knowledge and skills to support projects and integration of networked medical systems to improve current and future healthcare technologies.2. Investigates risk management and public relations issues and takes required action, including reporting according to applicable procedures.3. Manages device alerts and recalls for all medical equipment, communicates relevantinformation with appropriate AC staff, and ensures corrective action is implemented and properly documented.4. Reviews Capital Equipment proposals for proper configuration and selected options.5. Negotiates with vendors for service manuals, technical training, and service contracts for capital equipment purchases.6. Hires, terminates, evaluates, coaches, counsels, develops, trains, engages and motivates staff.7. Develops quality improvement processes that include goals and performance targets.8. Leads and supports ongoing activities that promote safe practices and a safe environment.9. Prepares, justifies and administers departmental and program budgets.10. Performs other duties as assigned.

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