Technician, Field Service

Technician, Field Service

22 Nov 2024
Illinois, Abbottpark 00000 Abbottpark USA

Technician, Field Service

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.Working in the field, under the supervision of the Field Service Manager, this position is responsible for installation, maintenance, servicing, and testing of high quality medical device systems and system components. Up to 80% domestic travel is required for this role. PLEASE NOTE CANDIDATE WILL NEED TO RESIDE IN HOUSTON OR AUSTIN, TX.Job Duties:

Primary responsibility is to perform proper system installation, conduct system hardware and/or software upgrades, handle service repair calls, and complete regularly scheduled preventive maintenance service on medical systems.

Provide complete and accurate service records for submittal to Quality Management System.

Efficiently manage work related travel and relevant communication based on weekly schedule set forth by Field Service Manager.

Provide accurate and regular business expense reports, adhering to Company policy

Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.

Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.

Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.

General QualificationsRequired Skills:

BSc in Biomedical Engineering, or other relative subject

Ability to travel Nationally

Ability to drive

Ability to lift 70 pounds

Exceptional troubleshooting ability

Mechanical assembly, able to work with tools

Ability to interface with multiple groups in the organization to resolve service issues

Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment

Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.

Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.

Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Occasional overtime is a requirement of this position.

Preferred Skills:

2 years or more Experience supporting Cardiology equipment

Previous experience in a medical device company preferred

Strong organizational and follow-up skills

Overall positive and optimistic attitude

Technical writing skills are a plus

Works well independently

Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.

Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.

The base pay for this position is $22.15 – $44.25 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.An Equal Opportunity EmployerAbbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com

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  • Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

  • Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

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