Elton Crawford
Houston,TX
Summary
Biomedical Equipment Technician Authorized to work in the US for any employer. Competent Biomedical Equipment Technician offering 21 years of experience inspecting, installing and repairing medical devices and equipment. Talented in performing preventive maintenance and safety testing to alert staff of potential issues early and offer repair solutions. Personable when providing technical assistance to clinical staff.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Biomedical Equipment Technician
Baylor St. Luke's Hospital
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Performed preventive maintenance inspections to manufacture recommended standards and electrical safety inspections on a broad range of patient care and selected support equipment
- Performed pre-acceptance inspections on newly purchased equipment; maintained files on procedures and manuals
- Ensured test equipment was working properly and calibrated within established intervals
- Responded expeditiously to calls from clinical departments to evaluate and rectify valid operator complaints and concerns
- Researched and initiated orders for repair parts in a timely fashion
- Collaborated with vendors on selected equipment under contractual obligations with the hospital
- Made recommendations to the Department Manager regarding service strategies on equipment; keep supervisor informed of activities, needs and problems
- Assisted in maintaining an orderly and functional work environment
- Provided emergency on-call responsibilities as needed
- Documents all significant asset related actions in compliance with department practices
- Documents all daily work activity
- Assists other technicians when needed
- Demonstrates and reflect the commitment to the Common Spirit mission.
Lead biomedical technician
UMMC Hospital
04.2016 - 05.2021
- Ran multiple campuses (4) all over the city
- Created the medical equipment inventory for all facilities
- Worked with the Materials Management department in receiving rental medical equipment and parts for repairs
- Managed all assigned equipment and schedules service
- Performed pre-acceptance inspections and develop PM procedures on newly purchased equipment; maintained files on procedures and manuals
- Ensured test equipment was working properly and calibrated within established intervals
- Responded expeditiously to calls from clinical departments to evaluate and rectify valid operator complaints and concerns
- Researched and initiated orders for repair parts, working within an established budget parameter
- Made recommendations to the Department Manager regarding service strategies on equipment, activities, needs and problems
- Elected and was given the role of Co Chair person in leading the Environment of Care monthly meetings
- Maintained an orderly and functional work environment
- Provided emergency on-call responsibilities as needed
- Documented all significant asset related actions in compliance with department practices
- Assumed responsibilities of Biomedical Director after manager retired
- Demonstrated and reflect a commitment to the mission and values of United Memorial Medical
- Center
- Documented all significant asset related actions in compliance with department practices
- Demonstrated leadership and assume responsibilities of Account Supervisor when required
- Collaborated with personnel in department meetings to ensure they are kept abreast of technical updates and device recalls of medical equipment
- Perform other duties as assigned that were intrinsic to the successful operation of the various accounts
- I was responsible for
- Most importantly I perform all task with driven determination all while making the work environment a friendly place with the pleasure of working with others
- Accomplishments
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
- Diagnosed cause of problems and completed repairs.
- Documented information regarding installations, repairs and inventory checks.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Installed, calibrated and monitored [Type] devices.
- Assisted customers with budget planning and recommendations on cost-effective replacement alternatives for outdated, issue-prone equipment.
- Provided validation, inspection, repairs and maintenance on clinical biomedical equipment.
- Coordinated allocation of nursing service equipment and supplies within facility and established guidelines for efficient, economical use.
- Documented service and repair procedures accurately and completely and submitted monthly reports to manager.
- Trained staff on proper operation of equipment as well as initial troubleshooting techniques.
- Performed preventive maintenance for medical equipment.
- Performed Electrical Safety Inspections (ESI) and Performance Assurance (PA) inspections.
- Maintained proper care and storage of diagnostic tools and equipment and tracked inventory.
- Responded to customer requests for service and repairs within 24 hours.
- Streamlined tasks in effort to provide easier and more efficient workflows for peers and colleagues.
- Resolved data and recorded discrepancies with actionable corrective solutions.
- Kept meticulous notes on experiments and converted into data reports for distribution to entire staff.
- Inspected laboratory and manufacturing equipment and immediately sent non-working devices out for repair.
- Supported patient diagnosis and treatment by installing, calibrating and repairing biomedical equipment.
- Carried out tactical and operational plans, growth strategy and requirement definition.
- Completed preventive maintenance schedules, conducted performance tests and repaired product malfunctions.
- Managed teams of engineers by creating schedules, tracking inventory and overseeing contract obligations or deadlines.
- Recorded maintenance activities performed on assigned medical equipment and updated departmental database of record of service.
- Instructed healthcare staff about use and care of biomedical equipment.
- Drafted and maintained process and procedure documentation.
- Managed cohesive, searchable database with obtained information, experimental characteristics and observations, as well as recommended actions and initiative plans.
- Translated clinical needs into technical specifications for engineering purposes.
- Established professional relationships with manufacturing and laboratory personnel through effective communication and collaboration skills to promote collaboration and enhance results.
- Performed urgent device corrections and biomedical equipment recalls.
- Reviewed medical equipment with suspected involvement in adverse patient interactions.
Biomedical Equipment Technician III
Memorial Hermann Hospital
08.2010 - 05.2015
- Preventive Maintenance on various types of medical equipment all thought the hospital in every department of the hospital
- Rounding - Corresponding with department directors via email or face to face visits in efforts resolve any issues or concerns in their respective departments
- Assisting other technicians in all aspects to achieve the monthly goals of the Clinical Engineering department
- Medical equipment repairs in abundance with rapid turnaround times minimizing down time on the equipment
- Responding and resolving biomed and imaging service calls
- Assisting with project management when departments upgrade with new medical systems (i.e
- Philips
- Intelligent, GE Dash 4000)
- Effectively utilizing departmental resources
- Documenting all work performed on a daily basis
- Data entry of new medical equipment with great detail (including cost, location of equipment, and warranty expiration dates etc.)
- Communication with vendors immediately after equipment under a service contract goes down and has been troubleshot and problem evaluated to reduce down time as minimal as possible
- Performed incident investigations
- Ensures quality of group work
- Attending meetings providing relevant information as necessary
- Accomplishments
- Building a great relationships with the hospital and representing the Clinical Engineering department by providing quality service with a smile
- Sharing technical knowledge with the team to have each technician independently perform PM's, repairs, and how to successfully handle various issues that can occur while on the job
- Participation whenever there's a need in Clinical Engineering
- Skills Used
- Being knowledgeable of all departments, their functions, the directors / managers, the employees, and providing excellent service to their department
- I bring a good atmosphere by my personality and working well with all coworkers
- A 'go to' person to get specific tasks handled
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
- Diagnosed cause of problems and completed repairs.
- Documented information regarding installations, repairs and inventory checks.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Installed, calibrated and monitored [Type] devices.
- Analyzed and interpreted schematics and drawings for [Type] equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance for medical equipment.
- Documented service and repair procedures accurately and completely and submitted monthly reports to manager.
- Provided validation, inspection, repairs and maintenance on clinical biomedical equipment.
- Responded to customer requests for service and repairs within 24 hours.
- Performed Electrical Safety Inspections (ESI) and Performance Assurance (PA) inspections.
- Demonstrated correct operation, care and calibration to on-site medical personnel.
- Maintained proper care and storage of diagnostic tools and equipment and tracked inventory.
- Soldered loose connections in equipment to reduce safety hazards and improve performance.
- Researched catalogs and parts lists to locate components for repairs.
BMET II / Imaging Technician
Aramark, St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital
08.2004 - 08.2008
- Assisted and provided support to other technicians in the biomed, lab, and imaging side of Clinical
- Engineering
- Demonstrated the ability to perform BMET II tasks in several areas of the hospital
- Performed technical service on various malfunctioned all risk level medical equipment
- Confirmed ability to develop and maintain excellent hospital relations and the skill to follow hospital protocol
- Proven proficiency in completing electronic documentation using a PDA and excellent computer skills
- Completing electrical safety and operational inspections for planned maintenance service on various types of medical equipment
- Training other biomeds
- Experienced on call technician with the ability to resolve issues by giving verbal instructions or hands on
- Developed business relationships with medical vendors for rapid turnarounds on OEM repairs
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
- Communicated test results to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Repaired and troubleshot radiologic equipment.
Biomed Technician / Site Lead
GE Healtcare
03.2001 - 08.2004
- Attending meetings providing relevant information as necessary
- Demonstrated the ability to construe schematic diagrams and independently perform effective repairs and planned maintenance on hospital equipment
- Performed technical service on various malfunctioning all risk level equipment
- Confirmed ability to develop and maintain excellent customer relations and the skill to follow hospital protocol
- Proven proficiency in completing electronic documentation and excellent computer skills
- Completing electrical safety and preventive maintenance service on various types of medical equipment
- Biomed floater providing service to HCA hospital facilities all over the Houston reigion
- Assisting and providing support to other technicians on all levels of biomed experience on complex repairs
- Performs operational, safety, and performance tests of clinical equipment according to manufacturer's specifications and established policies and equipment maintenance standards
- Established inventory of replacement parts and accessories for clinical equipment
- Maintained operational status of test equipment and tools
- Provided on the job training for BMET Trainees, BMET I, and contract personnel
- Followed all safety rules while on the job
- Performs other job related duties as assigned
- Maintained high customer satisfaction.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
- Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
- Prioritized and delegated workload based on available materials.
- Liaised with subcontractors regarding work progress.
- Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
- Troubleshot issues to keep machinery and tools operational.
- Assisted managers in interviewing and selecting new workers.
Education
Associate's degree - Electronics
ITT Technical Institute
2000
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Providing Customer Service
- Gas Flow Analyzers
- Computer Networks
- Biomedical Engineering
- Electrosurgical Analyzers
- Profit Enhancement
- Preventive Maintenance
- Device Refurbishment
- Infusion Pumps
- Device Monitoring
- Inspection Reporting
- Operational Safety
- Inventory Counts
- Installations and Repairs
- File Management
- Quality Inspection and Control
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Electrical Testing
- Creative Solutions
- Equipment Knowledge
- Medical Laboratory Equipment
- Diagnostic Tools
- Equipment Calibration
- Customer Satisfaction
- Policies and Procedures
- Patient Monitoring Systems
- Vendor Supervision
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Computerized Time Management Systems
- Material Inventory
- Staff Support
- Biomedical Device Testing
- Installing and Repairing Equipment
- Electronic Digital Circuitry
- System Documentation
- Client Support
- Safety Monitoring
- Cleaning Schedules
- Troubleshooting Techniques
- Hand and Power Tools
- Workplace Safety
- Mechanical Systems Knowledge
- Information Documentation
- Documenting Service Tickets
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Technical Documentation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Project Requirements
- Laboratory Operations
- Daily Logs
- Oscilloscopes
- Floor Assignments
Timeline
Sr. Biomedical Equipment Technician
Baylor St. Luke's Hospital
05.2021 - 03.2023
Lead biomedical technician
UMMC Hospital
04.2016 - 05.2021
Biomedical Equipment Technician III
Memorial Hermann Hospital
08.2010 - 05.2015
BMET II / Imaging Technician
Aramark, St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital
08.2004 - 08.2008
Biomed Technician / Site Lead
GE Healtcare
03.2001 - 08.2004
Associate's degree - Electronics
ITT Technical Institute
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