Job Description

Biomedical Engineering Services Manager

University of California, San Francisco

Job Summary

Biomedical Engineering Services (BES) provides on-site biomedical technical support services to maintain and repair equipment for patient-care operations of the Department of Public Health Community Health Network. Sites include Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, the Behavioral Health Center and the Paramedic Division of the SFFD. BES provides equipment management services for all inventoried biomedical equipment. Current devices under management have an asset value of approximately $40 million. Services provided include:

• initial inspection, testing, and acceptance of new patient care biomedical equipment
• physical installation of equipment
• existing equipment preventive maintenance and inspection
• same day emergency and routine equipment service
• investigation of medical equipment unusual occurrences, recalls, and hazard alerts
• project administration for high tech equipment installations
• consultation on equipment related issues, e.g. pre-purchase evaluations, equipment design, development and modifications, evaluation of service contracts, etc.

The Manager of Biomedical Engineering is responsible for ensuring the above.

Under the terms of the University contract with the City and County of San Francisco, the Manager establishes department priorities, develops and implements policies and procedures, and directs the activities of the Biomedical Engineering Department at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. Key BES manager relationships include Facilities Management, UCSF Clinical Engineering, Nursing leadership, Infection Control, Materials Management, and Risk Management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area and or equivalent experience or training
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in operations management and/or as a Biomedical Equipment Technician or equivalent experience
• Knowledge and applied background in biomedical equipment management, clinical engineering techniques, server/network monitoring, and security. Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge in an acute care setting to improve clinical workflows and medical device interactions and integration
• Knowledge of relevant biomedical equipment, safety regulations and performance standards. Ability to apply policy knowledge to suggest improvements to compliance risks and regulatory issues
• Advanced user of internal clinical engineering technology and systems. Knowledge of available information technology software for clinical specialty area
• Leadership skills in employee supervision and HR administration to effectively lead and motivate others. Conflict resolution skills to resolve personnel issues and counsel assigned staff to develop cooperative working relationships
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a complex, challenging environment. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility, anticipates and effectively handles change
• Ability to organize division operations in an efficient and effective manner through improving clinical workflows and equipment management processes and systems
• Ability to collaborate within and across departments to integrate daily clinical engineering activities and resolve problems. Interpersonal skills to maintain professional relationships with peers, senior management, clinical staff in functional area, and assigned staff
• Proven analytical abilities and problemsolving skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify options for resolution. Demonstrates sound judgement
• Verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate through all mediums and with all groups. Demonstrated abilities to listen actively, persuade, advise, and counsel
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related area
• Broad knowledge of medical center, HR and UC policies and processes
• Professional Engineer license
• Certification in Clinical Engineering specialty
• Certified Biomedical Electronics Technician by International Certification Commission

Salary Range

$118,300 - $268,900 (Annual Rate)

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the worlds leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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