Manager, Clinical Engineering - Asset Management

Shared Health

13d ago

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Engineering
Healthcare
Winnipeg

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You need 5 years in Biomedical/Clinical Engineering, a relevant diploma, and leadership experience. Must be registered in Manitoba, with a master’s degree, strong communication, and management skills.
You will manage the CMMS, oversee clinical equipment inventory, provide technical expertise, ensure service level accountability, and collaborate with leadership to support clinical services effectively.

Requirements

Five years’ experience in Biomedical / Clinical Engineering is required.
Prior leadership experience, particularly in a multi-site or provincial environment, is an asset.
Prior supervisory experience preferred.
A diploma in electronic engineering technology, post-secondary degree in clinical engineering, biomedical engineering, or computer engineering, or equivalent from an accredited educational institution is required.
A recognized course in Project Management, e.g. PRINCE2, is an asset.
Training in Lean process improvement frameworks is an asset.
A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Master’s degree in Biomedical / Clinical Engineering, Business Administration, or Public Administration is required.
Successful completion of relevant post-graduate training may be required.
Formal management training preferred.
Must have or be able to acquire within a reasonable period of time a thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions and regulations applicable to the area of supervision.
Must be registered, and maintain registration at all times, with one of the following:
Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba, or
Certified Technicians & Technologists Association of Manitoba.
Active and in good-standing membership in at least one of the following organizations is required within 1 year of incumbency, at the incumbent’s expense:
the American College of Clinical Engineering (ACCE),
the Canadian Medical and Biological Engineering Society (CMBES),
the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), or
the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE).
Certification with one of the following is an asset:
Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE-CA) through the Healthcare Technology Certification Commission and the Canadian Board of Examiners for Clinical Engineering Certification.
Certified Biomedical Engineering Technologist / Technician (CBET(c)) through the Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering Technologists and Technicians.
Certified Dialysis Technologist / Technician (CDT) through the Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering Technologists and Technicians.
Demonstrated leadership abilities, effective written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to establish collegial as well as managerial relationships with superiors, peers and direct reports.
Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, peers and direct reports.
Ability to work with minimal direction and supervision.
Demonstrated good organizational skills.
Ability to function in a computerized environment.
Knowledge of budgets and financial reporting systems.
Mental and physical health to meet the demands of the position.
Must be able to work safely in a typical computerized office environment with frequent meetings, and to lift and carry items of up to approximately 10 kg.
Interruptions to respond to questions are common; dedicated and focused time for planning and concentration can be scheduled.
Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle for regular travel within the province.
This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.
A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Responsibilities

The provincial Clinical Engineering (CE) shared administrative service provides strategic and operational medical device technology leadership and management. Services include: medical equipment technology planning, ranging from major technological introductions and new construction to yearly patient care equipment upgrades (assessment, pre-purchase consultation, technical evaluation, clinical evaluation coordination); life-cycle management of medical equipment (incoming inspection; repair; modification; upgrading), including business case analysis of competing service support delivery options; Performance Assurance management of critical medical equipment (Performance Verification, Preventive Maintenance and Safety Testing); risk management (medical device statutes and regulations; electrical safety; incident investigation; Recall and Safety alert review, distribution, tracking and follow-up, and audit); medical equipment and general medical device technology education; comprehensive technical consultation regarding medical device usage; increasing value returned to the Centre through medical device technology initiatives; balancing differing clinical requirements related to medical device technology to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes; providing senior management and clinical Programs with analysis and recommendations related to complex current and emerging technology.
The Manager has service level accountability to the provincial SDOs, sites, and clinical services. They work closely with SDO, site, and clinical service leadership to ensure service levels meet expectations and commitments. The incumbent is responsible to manage the org unit(s) containing the staff supporting the SDO, site, or clinical service, including staff assigned to recoverable services.
Under the general direction of the Provincial Director, Equipment Lifecycle and Planning, the Asset Manager is responsible for planning and executing the development of Clinical Engineering’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) along with all associated processes.
The CMMS is the most comprehensive inventory of clinical equipment in the province. The Asset Manager manages the overall function of CMMS including the database, associated applications and the business processes that support these.
The manager also oversees the day to day operation of CMMS. The Manager takes primary responsibility for CMMS financial and human resource management including budget preparation (operational and capital) and the hiring, discipline, and discharge of CMMS employees.
The manager is responsible for managing the scope of CMMS, working with other programs to ensure that all clinical equipment is properly managed.
The manager develops policies and procedures that support an accurate and reliable inventory while minimizing its impact on workload throughout the province.
The manager also provides decision support services for other programs related to the purchase, distribution and replacement of clinical equipment.
Working collaboratively as part of the Clinical Engineering management team, the Manager leads one or more in-house CE technologist teams, delivering support services for licensed electronic medical devices in one or more provincial sites and/or programs.
The manager provides technical expertise and strategic vision and direction related to their area of coverage.
The Manager may be supported by Clinical Engineering Supervisors and/or Charge Technologists.
Collaborates with the Provincial Manager and other leaders in the Provincial Equipment Support Services team to ensure staffing levels are appropriate to deliver services across their service group and to implement changes to the support model as appropriate.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Manager, Clinical Engineering - Asset Management.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Winnipeg.

What is the anticipated start date for this position?

The anticipated start date is October 14, 2024.

What are the working hours for this position?

The daily hours worked are 7.75, and it operates on a days shift schedule.

Is this position unionized?

No, this position is non-union.

Is a specific educational background required for this position?

Yes, a diploma in electronic engineering technology or a post-secondary degree in clinical engineering, biomedical engineering, or computer engineering is required, along with a Master’s degree for the Asset Manager role.

What kind of experience is needed for the role?

The position requires five years of experience in Biomedical/Clinical Engineering, with prior leadership and supervisory experience considered an asset.

What certifications are required or preferred for this position?

Candidates must be registered with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba or the Certified Technicians & Technologists Association of Manitoba. Additionally, active membership in a related professional organization is required within one year of incumbency.

Are there physical requirements for this position?

Yes, candidates must have the mental and physical health to meet the demands of the position, including the ability to lift and carry items of up to approximately 10 kg.

Is a background check required for this position?

Yes, a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check are conditions of employment.

What are the key responsibilities for the Asset Manager role?

The Asset Manager is responsible for planning and executing the development of the Clinical Engineering’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) along with financial and human resource management, policy development, and decision support for clinical equipment purchase and management.

How can interested candidates apply for the position?

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon to upload their cover letter, resume, and copy of licenses/certification.

Does Shared Health promote workplace diversity and employment equity?

Yes, Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply.

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Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centred clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers specific province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.