Equipment Technician

Where You’ll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an Equipment Tech, you will be a central figure responsible for the meticulous inspection, testing, maintenance, and distribution of various types of equipment, ensuring its optimal functionality, safety, and readiness for operational use. You will play a vital role in supporting departmental functions with reliable, properly functioning devices.

Every day, you will expertly troubleshoot, clean, and perform preventive maintenance on a wide array of equipment according to guidelines, identifying and rectifying malfunctions. You will also manage inventory, track usage, facilitate repairs, and collaborate with end-users to ensure timely delivery and proper utilization of devices, adhering strictly to safety and operational standards.

To be successful in this role, you will combine a strong mechanical and technical aptitude, meticulous attention to detail in equipment handling, and a keen understanding of device functionalities. You will demonstrate a proactive approach to troubleshooting and maintenance, possess excellent organizational skills, and thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment dedicated to ensuring high standards of equipment readiness and operational efficiency.

• Assembles, cleans, processes and sets up all respiratory therapy equipment in accordance with current procedures.
  
  
  • Collects, decontaminates, assembles, and redistributes equipment; disassembles, cleans, and re-assemble equipment.
  
  
  • Performs quality checks on equipment in accordance with operation verification procedures for ventilators and other associated equipment such as heaters and oxygen analyzers.
  
  
  • Perform routine and preventative maintenance on a scheduled basis to meet state requirements.
  
  
  • Responds to routine and emergency calls to deliver and set up equipment for immediate use.
• Makes daily rounds to assigned areas to ensure adequate stock levels are available at all department equipment stations; orders/stocks equipment and supplies as needed to maintain par levels and special needs of assigned areas.
  
  
  • Replenishes storage areas and respiratory care carts with adequate inventory, as necessary.
  
  
  • Maintains adequate inventory in the equipment assembly area.
  
  
  • Monitors equipment usage; tracks utilization for billing purposes.
• Enters and maintains patient billing records in computer systems.
• Performs general clerical support duties such as answering phones, making appointments.

Job Requirements

Required

• Six months of related work experience and
• Basic Life Support - AHA - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• Six months of related work experience in a hospital setting that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities.