Juan S.
Senior Biomedical Engineer
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Juan S. is a seasoned Biomedical Engineer with over a decade of extensive experience in the healthcare sector, notably in Colombia and Argentina. He holds a specialization in Clinical Engineering and has demonstrated expertise in the planning, acquisition, and evaluation of medical technology. His role involves ensuring cost-benefit efficiency in medical acquisitions and adherence to quality standards. His experience spans teaching at the university level, where he has designed and delivered curricula focused on Clinical Engineering, leveraging active teaching methods to foster student engagement. Juan has made significant contributions at the Hospital Universitario del Valle, including the planning and analysis for acquiring medical technology and leading the technical approval of a gamma camera installation project. In Buenos Aires, his role included managing medical equipment, conducting technical assessments, and optimizing technical evaluation processes. His core competencies include MGA project formulation, hospital maintenance management, and technovigilance. He is also proficient in tools like Microsoft Project and AutoCAD.
Experience
Adjunct Instructor – Clinical Engineering
Universidad San Buenaventura Cali · 2024 — 2025Designed and implemented classes following the analytical program, utilizing active teaching methodologies and conducting both formative and summative assessments. Encouraged student participation and the development of skills applicable to Clinical Engineering.Biomedical Engineer – Planning Advisory Office
Hospital Universitario del Valle “Evaristo García” E.S.E. · 2022 — 2025Handled planning and analysis of medical technology acquisition needs, created comparative matrices of technical specifications, and conducted market studies. Developed projects using the MGA methodology and estimated total investment costs. Participated in technical meetings with the Ministry of Health, established standard procedures for medical equipment installation, and led the technical feasibility and project approval for the installation of a gamma camera in nuclear medicine.Biomedical Engineer
Gobierno de la Ciudad – Buenos Aires, Argentina · 2017 — 2022Managed medical equipment, updated inventories, provided technical advice, and coordinated technology planning and acquisition. Analyzed technological obsolescence, supervised outsourced maintenance, and ensured quality management. Led technical support during COVID-19 and developed a program for technovigilance and user training while optimizing technical evaluation processes for technology acquisition.Biomedical Engineer
Tecnología Vital Médica S.A.S. – Colombia · 2016 — 2017Oversaw the management and updating of biomedical inventories, conducted preventive maintenance in level I and II IPS, and supervised the annual outsourced maintenance plan. Focused on reducing technical failure rates and enhancing operational availability of equipment in healthcare centers while ensuring patient and user safety.Biomedical Engineer
La Instrumentadora S.A.S. – Colombia · 2015 — 2016Provided technical and commercial advisory services for neurostimulation devices, installed and commissioned surgical neuronavigators, and trained medical teams. Aimed to reduce surgical times and enhance precision in neurosurgeries, thus increasing clinical satisfaction.Technical Director – Commercial Advisor (Freelance)
Point Log S.A.S. – Colombia · 2015 — 2016Managed quality control of Physicool products, handled inventory management, and performed product demonstrations while executing commercial strategy. Worked to expand the client portfolio and increase stock turnover through technical positioning campaigns.Service Engineer
Hospira LTDA. – Colombia · 2014 — 2014Performed preventive maintenance and operational testing on HOSPIRA PLUM A+ infusion pumps while verifying functionality in critical areas. Worked to enhance equipment availability by reducing random failures and improving hospital safety.Biomedical Engineer
QUIK S.A.S. “Quality is the key” – Colombia · 2012 — 2013Conducted maintenance on D-10 analyzers, integrated into Unity Real Time software, and marketed micropipettes. Ensured continuous operability and data connectivity for quality control across multiple access points.Biomedical Engineer
Fundación Renal – Colombia · 2011 — 2012Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on NIPRO Surdial machines and disinfected treatment plants and recirculation rings. Ensured operational functionality of the renal unit under pressure while maintaining the safety and efficacy of systems.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Specialization in Clinical EngineeringUniversidad Nacional de Entre Ríos · — — 2019
- Biomedical EngineeringUniversidad Autónoma de Occidente · — — 2011