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Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Onsite
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Summary
The Laboratory Service Engineer I installs, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and verifies the performance of low-end clinical laboratory equipment related to hematology, chemistry, coagulation & histology. The Laboratory Service Engineer may serve as an advisor to medical and clinical staff in the specification, acquisition, safe use, and proper operation of specialty equipment. The individual also may serve 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. 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.
Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include inventory, performance assurance (PA) schedules, nomenclature, and service history
Make recommendations regarding inventory
All other duties as assigned
Skills and Experience
Problem solving skills to diagnose problems and develop solutions
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.
Minimum 6 months working with biomedical or laboratory equipment in a hospital or clinical engineering environment.
Frequently required to reach, pull, and/or employ fine motor skills during the installation, servicing, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Occasionally required to bend, crouch, kneel, climb, balance, or otherwise maneuver body while servicing and/or inspecting stationary laboratory equipment.
Frequently required to operate tools/machinery that use hand and/or foot controls (drills, saws, electronic test equipment, etc.) when servicing laboratory equipment.
Frequently required to lift, carry, or otherwise move up to 20 lbs while working with medical equipment.
At TRIMEDX, we are committed to cultivating a workplace culture where every associate feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. This culture reflects our belief that our people are our foundation, their well-being is essential, and shared success is built through meaningful work, recognition, and opportunities for growth.
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.
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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.