O.R. Equipment and Integration Service Technician

Position Summary

The Surgical Service Technician or Procedural Service Technician acts as Trusted Advisor to STERIS Customers in maintenance and procurement of medical devices and consumable products as part of a high performing team. This position drives an exceptional Customer experience by providing on-site preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, equipment modifications, and installation support on all operating room equipment (OR integration technology with Audio/Visual components, hardware/software/networking, OR lights, surgical tables, warming cabinets, and System 1e equipment) in a high stress healthcare environment.  Also provide superior Customer service by pro-actively interacting and communicating with Customers on a daily basis, and utilizes technology to complete administrative requirements, aid in troubleshooting issues and improve the overall Customer experience.   Promotes STERIS growth through identifying and recommending products and services to Customers.

This is a remote based Customer facing position. To support and service our Customers in this assigned territory candidates must be based out of one of the following states: North Carolina.  

What we offer

•    Competitive pay
•    Overtime opportunity
•    Annual merit review and incentive plans
•    Company vehicle, fuel, vehicle maintenance
•    Company provided credit card, iPhone & laptop
•    Business travel and all related expenses paid
•    Uniforms and all necessary tools provided
•    Medical, vision, prescription, dental and life insurance
•    401(k) with a company match
•    Paid vacation time and paid holidays
•    Extensive hands-on training and development
•    Tuition assistance
•    Parental leave/adoption assistance
•    Opportunities for advancement

Duties

• Drive Customer satisfaction through pro-active communication and commitment to resolving Customer issues/problems expediently. 
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance required on STERIS Surgical product lines, related product lines, and related competitive equipment in a safe and efficient manner.  This includes:  disassembling, replacing, or repairing defective parts; rewiring or reassembling as required; troubleshooting, adjusting/calibrating, and certifying equipment ready for use by using standard and specialized tools and test equipment (i.e., schematics, diagrams, technical manuals, etc.).
• Perform Customer training and in-servicing on assigned equipment (lights, tables, integration, etc.).  Coordinate these activities with DSM and Capital Account Manager.
• Ensure a positive Customer experience by performing installations or conversions on assigned equipment and start up custom equipment as required.  Perform site visits for small projects and coordinate activities with project managers and/or installers. 
• Utilize technology (smart phone, laptop computer and related software and applications) to perform administrative duties as assigned to ensure effective planning, utilization, and required document completion.  This includes, but is not limited to:  scheduling and updating work activities in Siebel, complete service reports and activities on-site; communicate effectively with internal and external Customers; troubleshoot equipment, improve productivity, learn new technologies; maintain on-site Customer Service Logs according to STERIS procedures; and maintain tools and parts inventory to prescribed levels.
• Establish and maintain effective communicative relationships with Customers, managers, support functions and the sales organization.  Communicate activities to Customers related to scheduling Preventative Maintenance and estimated time of arrival for unscheduled work. Pro-actively respond to and resolve Customer problems/issues.    Utilize provided product and industry knowledge to assure Customer’s expectations of service are exceeded.  Recommend product enhancements based on knowledge of the Customers equipment applications and processes.  Actively seek continuing education opportunities.
• Increase company growth through identifying sales opportunities, and recommending STERIS products/services to Customers.    Communicate leads to management and sales staff.  Be a positive ambassador for STERIS at Customer sites.
• Must learn and use proper operating room and hospital protocols while on-site.  Must abide by all STERIS and Customer Health & Safety protocols and procedures.  These may include OR Protocol and Sterile Field guidelines.
• Will be conducting or assisting with inventory procedures to ensure inventory levels are maintained according to company policy, and resolve outstanding purchase order issues once recognized by the Area Service Manager.

Required Experience

• One to two years technical field service experience in the healthcare products industry or equivalent technical school training. 
• Some technical exposure to OR medical devices preferred. Strongly prefer 1 year of experience working on surgical equipment to include OR Integration, tables, lights, video integration, and other OR products.
• Excellent knowledge of personal computers, video technology, video cabling, networking. 
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Some technical exposure to OR medical devices preferred. Strongly prefer 1 year of experience working on surgical equipment to include OR Integration, tables, lights, video integration, and other OR products.
• Technology integration experience preferred.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel
• Demonstrated proficiency with computers and Windows software. Proficiency with web technologies and navigating internet/intranet sites.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot situations and determine solution. 
• Strong Customer communications experience and demonstrated ability to build positive rapport and partner with a variety of Customers.
• Must be able to be compliant with hospital/customer credentialing requirements.
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