Tech, Evaluation

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your Role at Baxter

The Evaluation Tech is responsible for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance evaluations of the Spectrum IV pump. The person in this role will compile, analyze, troubleshoot, interpret and document results into the system of record.

Your team:

Baxter Healthcare Corporation is dedicated to creating top-notch products that place the patient at the forefront. Our approach focuses on making a positive impact on people's lives day in and day out. As a part of our multinational company, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of individuals, expanding your knowledge and gaining exposure to different aspects of our portfolio. Our leadership team is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and collaboration, providing ongoing development and support.

What You'll Be Doing

• Follow defined Quality Management Systems, all applicable written procedures, review maintenance records and complete all documentation as required and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Adhere to all environmental, health and safety standard operating procedures and policies, including any department specific requirements.
• Maintains a continuous flow on the Servicing line, working independently and as part of a team, to achieve process yield results.
• Examine, test, repair and perform troubleshooting of medical devices to assignable cause, using instruments such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, hipot tester, pressure gauges, etc.
• Applies technical knowledge to interpret information, test for accuracy and discern patterns in order to determine root cause of an issue.
• Writes clear and concise technical evaluation summaries from troubleshooting analysis.
• Operate and monitor UV cleaning equipment and escalate issues as needed.
• May rotate to repair and test areas as needed.
• May perform inspection duties, as required by required procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• High School diploma or GED and a minimum of 3 years of experience in troubleshooting, problem solving and/or analyzing electro-mechanical devices is required.
• For candidates with an Associate’s degree or higher in a non-related field, 1 year of experience in troubleshooting, problem solving and/or analyzing electro-mechanical devices is required.
• For candidates with an Associate’s degree in Engineering, Biomedical Equipment Technology or Computer science, no experience is required.
• Experience working with medical devices and/or working in an FDA regulated industry is preferred. Must have good written and verbal communication skills (English) and the ability to follow written instructions.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports to sufficiently capture and defend evaluation findings.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team, demonstrating teamwork and cooperation.
• Ability to perform basic statistical analysis from device history logs, read diagrams and drawings and make repair recommendations.
• Ability to document data accurately, following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Must have good judgement, positive attitude and a high level of initiative.
• Must have proficient computer skills with ability to learn new systems, enter data and routinely toggle between various application systems.
• Ability to manually perform basic mathematical calculations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk the production line(s) for much of the workday. Additionally, this employee is required to work at line workstations as a fill in as needed. The employee must have good hand to eye coordination and dexterity to assemble products.
• Physical Requirements: Dynamic Lifting capability: Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds from floor to waist, lift 23 pounds to shoulder and lift 2 pounds from shoulder to overhead.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a servicing environment very similar to a manufacturing environment regulated by the FDA and many other work rules to prevent damage to the product we manufacture. Some of those work rules include but are not limited to:

• Wear a static protective smock and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times while in the designated work areas.
• Wearing a ground wrist strap and plugging that wrist strap into the working table.
• Working in close proximity to other employees.
• Working in an environment that is temperature and humidity controlled.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The rate for this position is $28.05 per hour

We are excited to welcome a driven and accomplished professional like you to our team at Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare solutions and make a positive impact on the lives of patients worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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