Job Details

Director of Healthcare Technology & Engineering

Location: Ohio

Duration: Fulltime (Hybrid: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote per week)

About BigRio:

BigRio is a remote-based, technology consulting firm headquartered in Boston, MA. We deliver software solutions ranging from custom development and software implementation to data analytics and machine learning/AI integrations.

Summary:

Serve as the primary administrative contact for executive leadership on biomedical technology matters. Lead the Clinical Engineering Department in selecting, procuring, and delivering biomedical equipment and services. Ensure compliance with Joint Commission and other regulatory and inspection agency requirements. Develop and implement strategies aligned with the Client. Establish annual goals and objectives to support the growth of clinical engineering. Oversee the Clinical Engineering Department's annual operating budget. Provide leadership and collaborate with the Environment of Care Committee and Operational Departments. Develop processes to meet cybersecurity requirements within Biomedical Engineering.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and implement standardized policies and procedures for Clinical Engineering Department functions.
• Review, rank, and prioritize strategic capital requests for biomedical equipment.
• Develop and achieve goals for biomedical technology aligned with the strategic plan.
• Provide clinical engineering expertise for maintenance capital submittals.
• Oversee medical equipment planning for construction projects.
• Conduct pre-purchase evaluations and assess cost of ownership for biomedical acquisitions.
• Perform initial inspections and acceptance testing for biomedical equipment.
• Manage medical device hazard and recall notification programs.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission medical equipment standards.
• Support the integration of biomedical equipment with electronic medical records.
• Strengthen cybersecurity measures in biomedical equipment.
• Oversee equipment performance and vendor service management.
• Standardize biomedical equipment maintenance across all sites.
• Engage with key clinical stakeholders.
• Enhance capital purchasing efficiency.
• Negotiate system-wide service agreements with vendors.
• Track and report Biomedical Engineering department metrics.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of patient care equipment.
• Expertise in electronic theory and technology.
• Proficiency in MS Office or similar software.
• Strong communication skills for conveying technical concepts.
• Experience in supervising and evaluating work within a team.
• Problem-solving skills for analyzing complex technical issues.
• In-depth understanding of Joint Commission and other regulatory standards.

Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Certification: Certified Healthcare Technology Manager certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of seven years in medical or technical equipment operations, including five years leading a hospital clinical engineering program.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements.
• Advanced electronic training required.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

BigRio is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, disability status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.