ELIJAH MWANYANGE
Summary
Certified Biomedical equipment specialist with over five years of strong technical skills in maintenance, repair, and calibration of medical devices. Proven ability to collaborate with teams, ensuring reliable and efficient operation in healthcare settings. Known for adaptability and delivering consistent, high-quality results under changing conditions. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and compliance with safety standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired complex biomedical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance on medical devices, enhancing reliability and reducing downtime for healthcare facilities.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to address equipment-related issues, improving patient care through timely resolutions.
- Implemented standardized procedures for equipment calibration, ensuring accuracy in measurements across various devices.
- Enhanced equipment performance by conducting thorough preventive maintenance on biomedical devices.
- Performed Electrical Safety Inspections (ESI) and Performance Assurance (PA) inspections.
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Established clear communication channels with vendors, enabling swift resolution of parts supply issues.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by diligently updating documentation according to industry standards and protocols.
Biomedical Equipment Repair Technician
Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Employed extensive background knowledge and engineering methodologies to perform functional check on medical devices to minimize the risks and failures.
- Responds to work requests on the floor for any daily malfunction equipments and make necessary repairs in a timely manner.
- Schedule Third party repairs for equipments from Vendors or when needs are beyond the scope of the department abilities such as recalls or on warranty.
- Trained junior technicians in proper diagnostic procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by diligently updating documentation according to industry standards and protocols.
- Researched catalogs and parts lists to locate components for repairs.
- Complete pending and work orders in a professional timely manner and submit documentation in maintenance database for evaluation.
- Performed Electrical Safety Inspections (ESI) and Performance Assurance (PA) inspections.
BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN (2)
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Completed Open Work orders for Preventive maintenance in a professional and timely manner.
- Schedules third party repair of Equipment when needs are beyond the scope of department abilities, recall or decommission.
- Performed visual regular checks, tests and calibration of vital sign medical devices for accuracy and efficiency of operation within measured lengths of time as per manufacture standards or Alternative Equipment maintenance standards.
- Provides on call services on the floor when needed.
- Contacted and analyzed external vendors for parts lists requisition.
- Followed privacy regulations and safety protocols both Federal. state and local laws to reflect honest, ethical and professional behavior.
- Analyzed part lists to requisition parts for repairs.
- Maintain Test Equipments and cleaned work area (shop) as per facility policy.
- Diagnosed cause of problems and completed repairs.
- Researched catalogs and parts lists to locate components for repairs.
BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN (1) (INTERN)
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Diagnosed technical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Documented information regarding installations, repairs and inventory checks.
- Collaborated with senior technicians to diagnose issues and implement effective solutions.
- Conducted routine maintenance on medical devices, adhering to safety and compliance standards.
- Followed privacy regulations and safety protocols..
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
Maintenance/ Electronics Equipment Technician.
United States Postal Service, USPS
07.2007 - 11.2019
- Diagnosed and repaired equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools, milling and woodworking machines and power tools.
- Acquired hand and power tool mastery to carry out routine and advanced repairs.
- Complied with company policies, safety requirements and best practices to protect people, equipment and operations.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for equipment handling and troubleshooting techniques.
- Led initiatives to upgrade outdated machinery, enhancing productivity and aligning with modern technological advancements.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of equipment repairs, maintenance activities, and performance data for future reference.
- Reduced equipment downtime by implementing preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
- Understood and read technical manuals and blueprints.
- Optimized workflow, organizing tool and equipment storage for improved accessibility and efficiency.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Biomedical Engineering Technologies
Howard Community College GPA - 3.5
Columbia, MD05.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD02.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Kenya Polytechnic College
11.2005
Skills
- OSHA regulations
- Electrical and Diagnostic testing
- Inventory counts and safety monitoring
- Inspection reporting and documenting service Tickets
- Electronic digital circuitry and computer networks
- Providing customer service,Teamwork and collaboration
- Medical device repair and Problem-solving
- Time management
- Critical thinking and Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Task prioritization
- Product knowledge
- Equipment assembly and Vendor supervision
Certification
- CERTIFIED BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN, Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation, AAMI (CBET) MAY 07 2022.
- ( Identification Number : 0032E00003G4haoQAB.)
Education and Training
GE TRAINING INSTITUTE- WISCONSIN .
- Maternal -Infant Care Devices and Equipments.
-Patient Monitoring Systems
-Network Infrastructure and Protocol Training.
INTERNATIONAL BIOMEDICAL - Austin ,Texas.
- Neonatal Transport Incubators.
NCED POSTAL TRAINING CENTER- Norman -Oklahoma.
-All sorting Machines and Equipments
Mechanical/Electrical Instrumentation and MPI Cabling Network.
References:
Paul Dudek
Component Engineer,
Northrop Grumman
410-993-9621
Robert Patterson
Director of Operation,
Titmus Inc
443-254-3545
Bahman Nasseri
Electronics/Technology Lab Manager Instructor
Howard Community College,
443-518-4865.
Languages
Arabic
German
English
Swahili
Timeline
BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Biomedical Equipment Repair Technician
Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center
02.2023 - 03.2024
BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN (2)
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
04.2021 - 02.2023
BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN (1) (INTERN)
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2021
Maintenance/ Electronics Equipment Technician.
United States Postal Service, USPS
07.2007 - 11.2019
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Montgomery College
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Kenya Polytechnic College
Associate of Applied Science - Biomedical Engineering Technologies
Howard Community College GPA - 3.5
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