Biomedical Technician

About the Role

Under supervision, responsible for the operational condition, maintenance, and repair of all water systems, medical equipment, and mechanical/electrical systems to ensure the safety of patients and staff. Responsible for inventory and housekeeping, assisting in cost containment, and supporting FMCNA's mission and values. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program and policy requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Service:
• Drive the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
• Be accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
• Respond, resolve, and follow up on customer service issues promptly.
• Maintenance/Technical:
• Maintain, test, and repair all water treatment equipment, dialysis equipment, medical equipment, testing equipment, and mechanical/electrical systems as recommended by the manufacturer and FMCNA procedures.
• Document all maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure safety checks and routine tasks are conducted and documented in a timely fashion.
• Conduct housekeeping checks and follow up on housekeeping problems.
• Perform water treatment equipment cleaning and disinfecting.
• Ensure all testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Ensure all areas are safe, clean, and maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics.
• Conduct building maintenance as needed.
• Coordinate medical waste disposal.
• Collect and organize supplies, restocking relevant areas.
• Assist in ordering and receiving disposable supplies.
• Assist in creating SAP purchase orders for supplies.
• Assist in conducting monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies with cost reporting.
• Evaluate and report current equipment inventory.
• Patient Care:
• Ensure visibility to patients with daily walk-throughs during treatment times.
• Reinforce the concept of UltraCare™ and customer service, being available for patient questions and concerns.
• Provide instructive tours of water treatment equipment for patients and explain machine basics as requested.
• Clerical & Administrative:
• Process water and dialysate samples according to specified procedures, package samples for shipping.
• Participate in the completion and documentation of ongoing technical QAPI activities.
• Other:
• Provide assistance at other facilities and/or acute programs.
• Transport equipment and supplies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Moderately active work including walking and standing for considerable lengths of time.
• Bending down to floor level is required for some repair and maintenance.
• Regularly move boxes, drums, and equipment of up to 600 lbs. using dollies or other equipment.
• Frequently mix and lift chemical and water solutions of up to 50 lbs. up to 5 feet.
• In emergencies, follow documented FMCNA emergency procedures which may include hand cranking dialysis machines, clamping and disconnecting bloodlines, and moving patients.
• Work environment is a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
• Potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials, with proper training provided.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Ishihara's Color Blindness test: Required as a condition of employment (failing does not preclude employment if reasonable accommodations can be made).
• Valid Driver's License and/or ability to cover at other facilities and transport equipment and supplies.
• Must attend all technical training programs required by state/federal regulations and FMCNA policy.
• Newly hired or promoted incumbents are responsible for the requirements of the respiratory fit policy.
• Continued employment contingent upon successful completion of the FMCNA Training Program for Technical Staff.

Qualifications

• High school/Vocational diploma or G.E.D.
• Technician training or AA Degree in electronics preferred.
• At least six months of experience working in a technical (industry/hospital) setting.
• Must demonstrate organizational and leadership skills, including those required to problem-solve in a medical, health care environment.