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- Everyone is focused on serving the customer and we do that by collaborating and supporting each other
- Associates look forward to coming to work each day
- Every associate matters and makes a difference
It is truly a culture like no other - We hope you will join our team! Find out more about the available position below.
Additional Job Description
Summary
The Laboratory Service Engineer III installs, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and verifies the performance of high-end clinical laboratory equipment and laboratory automation systems related to hematology, chemistry, coagulation & histology. The Laboratory Service Engineer serves as an advisor to medical and clinical staff in the specification, acquisition, safe use, and proper operation of specialty equipment. The individual also serves as an advisor to other TriMedx personnel on technical matters concerning specialty equipment. This position is responsible for communicating equipment status and inspection results to supervisors and laboratory directors and must document all work to comply with accreditation agencies. This position also contributes to department improvement and development by mentoring other associates. The individual demonstrates adherence to the TriMedx core values in all professional interactions by showing respect to all people, adding value, initiating meaningful change, and exhibiting integrity.
Responsibilities
Technical Service - 40%
- Perform performance assurance (PA) inspections, scheduled maintenance, electrical safety inspections (ESI), and operation verification procedures (OVP) on low-end and some high-end laboratory equipment
- Repair, install, and calibrate low-end and some high-end laboratory equipment
- Inform supervisors of the status of repairs, scheduled inspections, unusual equipment situations, and any customer concerns
- Work with, direct, and document the activities of subcontractors, vendors, and outside service technicians to ensure proper service delivery
- Maintain laboratory expertise through ongoing training and education
- Assist with Service Operations Special Projects as assigned and contribute to the development of others through mentoring and sharing expertise
Regulatory Compliance - 25%
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include the inventory, performance assurance (PA) schedules, nomenclature, and service history
- Assist laboratory in preparing for lab specific accreditation inspections (CAP, CLIA, COLA)
- Adheres to the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP), including all regulatory agency compliances and other applicable policies and procedures
- Responsible for ensuring all service and documentation is complete, timely, and accurate
Account Relationship Management - 25%
- Build and maintain customer relationships
- Discuss equipment status and functionality with laboratory technicians
- Make recommendations to laboratory management regarding service strategy and capital equipment purchases
- Adheres to the Mission, Vision, and Values of the organization(s) served.
- Provide a positive representation of TriMedx services by integrating the core values into job performance
Inventory - 10%
- Perform periodic inspections of current inventory status
- Verify the completion of security analysis for new customer equipment
- Performs Incoming Inspections (II) to maintain a complete and accurate inventory of laboratory devices, including trial and evaluation, rental, and loaner equipment in addition to permanently assigned equipment inventory
All other duties as assigned
Skills and Experience
- Minimum 5 years experience working in a clinical laboratory or servicing clinical laboratory equipment
- Experience in working on most low-end clinical laboratory equipment required; some experience working on high-end equipment preferred
- Problem solving skills to diagnose problems and develop solutions
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid drivers license required; variable travel requirements depending on primary site that may require use of personal vehicle
Education and Qualifications
- 2 year degree in a technical/electronics field or equivalent experience required. This requirement will be waived if the applicant has received the TRIMEDX Trained Certification or completed an equivalent biomedical related certification program.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or a related field preferred
At TRIMEDX, we support and protect a culture where diversity, equity and inclusion are the foundation. We know it is our uniqueness and experiences that make a difference, drive innovation and create shared success. We create an inclusive workplace by actively seeking diversity, creating inclusion and driving equity and engagement.
We embrace people's differences which include age, race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, education, genetics, veteran status, disability, religion, beliefs, opinions and life experiences.
Visit our website to view our full Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement, along with our social channels to see what our team is up to: Facebook , LinkedIn , Twitter .
TRIMEDX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug-Free Workplace.
Because we are committed to providing a safe and productive work environment, TRIMEDX is a drug-free workplace. Accordingly, Associates are prohibited from engaging in the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of any controlled substance or marijuana, or otherwise being under the influence thereof, on all TRIMEDX and Customer property or during working/on-call hours.
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