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The ABCs of Alternate Equipment Maintenance

The ABCs of Alternate Equipment Maintenance

Dec 10, 2015 | | 5 |

In February 2014, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released new guidelines allowing hospitals to implement alternate equipment maintenance (AEM) programs in place of manufacturer-recommended maintenance procedures and frequencies. So what is the AEM and how do you use it effectively? This starter guide for developing and implementing your own program is based on policies successfully put in place at WakeMed Health and Hospitals in Raleigh, NC.

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A Way Forward: Meeting the Top 10 Challenges in HTM

A Way Forward: Meeting the Top 10 Challenges in HTM

Dec 7, 2015 | , , , , , , | 3 |

Ask ten different biomeds what’s most challenging about their job, and chances are you’ll end up with ten different answers. 24×7 asked three industry veterans for their expert opinions on the most important issues facing the healthcare technology management field, and then boiled down their thoughts to arrive at a “top 10.” Among their responses? Ensuring supportability, creating actionable data, and increasing training in “systems thinking.”

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From Surviving to Thriving: North Central Biomedical Association

Dec 7, 2015 | | 1 |

Founded 26 years ago from the remnants of a failing engineering association, the North Central Biomedical Association has blossomed into a robust organization whose members share a hunger for knowledge and collaboration. Now, the association is working on reaching out to students and employers to help sustain the next generation of biomedical professionals.

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Making the Move from Technician to Manager

Making the Move from Technician to Manager

Nov 13, 2015 | | 0 |

As large numbers of HTM professionals retire over the next decade, there will be new openings for younger biomeds to move into management. But these days, making that shift requires more than just being a good technician and shop leader. You now need to start planning your advancement as soon as you start in your current position—or even before.

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