Biomedical Technician (Equipment Trainee)

Job Summary

Learn and develop the skills needed to support the autoclave/Biomedical department that provides service in the form of maintenance and repairs for a large network of biomedical equipment at the Anschutz Medical Campus. The biomedical trainee position is a great opportunity for the department to develop its in-house biomedical technicians, who will take ownership of all assets assigned to the department's area of responsibility.

Participants will learn the skills necessary to provide maintenance services and repairs on a wide range of biomedical equipment and ultralow freezers. This includes autoclaves, sterilizers, glass washers, and -80 and -20 freezers. Participants will work closely with the lead technician to develop the understanding and skills needed to inspect, adjust, calibrate, repair, replace, and ensure the proper functions of related parts and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• This position learns and develops the skills needed to support the autoclave/Biomedical department that provides service in the form of maintenance and repairs for a large network of biomedical equipment and laboratory equipment at the Anschutz Medical Campus.
• The position learns to evaluate occupant-owned medical research sterilizing/washing, and laboratory equipment, and decides the appropriate steps to take to ensure safe, efficient, and effective operation.
• The position learns to evaluate the operation of malfunctioning or dilapidated occupant-owned sterilizing/washing and laboratory equipment, components, and decide or recommend between replacement and repair options.
• The position sets priorities on work assigned to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• The position is responsible for making all in-house repairs and maintenance of autoclaves, sterilizers, glass washers, cage washers, refrigerators, freezers, incubators, and centrifuges.
• The position learns to determine if the repair can be done on the equipment or if it would be more cost-effective to purchase a replacement.
• This position uses the manufacturer's specifications and operating procedures, with standard trade practices, to evaluate the operation of different systems, equipment, and components.
• The position speaks to the tenant/staff in an informative manner regarding the repairs needed to fix the equipment.

Work Location

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.