Work Shift:

Day Shift

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC017315 Healthcare Technology Management

Summary:

On-Premises

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:

On-Premises

#ACH2024

Required Education:

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Experience

Recommended Education:

Master's Degree

Required Work Experience:

IS - Related_Management experience in a healthcare setting, Related Field - 7 years with 5 years of leadership experience

Recommended Work Experience:

Required 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 Instrumentation

Description

1. 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 relevant

information 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.

Arkansas Children’s (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us) is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action.

Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/magnet-recognition) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report (https://www.archildrens.org/about-us/awards-and-recognition) for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest (https://www.archildrens.org/locations/arkansas-childrens-nw) provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

“Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager

“Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst

“We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator

“Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant

“When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant

Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.