Special Equipment Journeyman - Vanderbilt University Hospital

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Organization: Medical Equipment

Job Summary:

Provides inspection, routine maintenance and repair to systems and specialized equipment services by the SER shop.

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The Special Equipment Facilities team is in need of a full-time Journeyman to join the team! This position is located at our downtown Nashville hospital locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Installation, repair and maintenance of all aspects of the medical center:

Pneumatic tube system including but not limited to tube carrier delivery stations, multi-port diverters, central interchange systems (DAZZLE), operating software, etc.

• Access control systems to including but not limited to badge reader systems, keypad systems, garage entry systems, etc.
• Closed circuit camera system including but not limited to cameras, lenses, and media storage devices.
• Automatic door operators to including but not limited to sliding doors, swing doors, revolving doors and power assist doors.
• Fire alarm systems including but not limited to analog systems, addressable systems, pre-action systems, gaseous suppression systems, and dry systems.
• Patient beds both electric and non-electric.
• Sterile processing equipment including but not limited to aerator cabinets, autoclaves (both steam and electric), cart washers, and conveyor systems.
• Heliport fuel delivery systems including but not limited to pumps, piping, alarm systems, underground storage tanks, user delivery systems, etc.
• Medical gas storage and delivery systems including but not limited to medical gas delivery outlets of all types.
• Bulk trash and linen delivery systems.
• Medical waste sterilization system.
• Process steam equipment or systems including but not limited to flow meters.

Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

Core Accountabilities:

• Organizational Impact: Performs non-routine tasks that significantly impact team's performance with minimal guidance. * Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Conducts research and analysis to solve some non-routine problems.* Breadth of Knowledge: Applies broad job knowledge and has basic job skills in other areas.* Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to less experienced team members.

Core Capabilities:

Supporting Colleagues: - Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas. - Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service. - Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Shows eagerness to learn new knowledge, technologies, tools or systems and displays willingness to go above and beyond.- Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation: - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level: 5 years

Education: High School Diploma or GED

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.