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. Also responsible for inventory, housekeeping, and assisting in cost containment. Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy, and adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains, tests, and repairs water treatment equipment, dialysis equipment, medical equipment, testing equipment, and mechanical/electrical systems according to manufacturer recommendations and FMCNA procedures.
• Documents all maintenance and repairs.
• Ensures safety checks and routine tasks are conducted and documented in a timely fashion.
• Conducts housekeeping checks and follows up on housekeeping problems.
• Responsible for water treatment equipment cleaning and disinfecting.
• Ensures all testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Maintains safe and clean environmental conditions.
• Conducts building maintenance as needed.
• Responsible for coordination of medical waste disposal.
• Collects and organizes supplies and restocks relevant areas.
• Assists in ordering and receiving disposable supplies.
• Assists in creating SAP purchase orders for supplies.
• Assists in conducting monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies with cost reporting.
• Evaluates and reports current equipment inventory.
• Ensures visibility to patients with daily walk-throughs during treatment times, when possible.
• Reinforces the concept of UltraCare™ and customer service, and ensures availability for patient questions and concerns.
• Provides instructive tours of water treatment equipment for patients and explains machine basics, as requested.
• Processes water and dialysate samples, packages samples for shipping.
• Participates in the completion and documentation of ongoing technical QAPI activities.
• Provides assistance at other facilities and/or acute programs, transports equipment and supplies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school/Vocational diploma or G.E.D.
• Technician training or AA Degree in electronics preferred.
• At least six months 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.
• 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.
• Valid Driver's License and/or ability to cover at other facilities and transport equipment and supplies as needed.
• Continued employment contingent upon successful completion of the FMCNA Training Program for Technical Staff.
• Required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test (failing does not preclude employment; reasonable accommodations will be considered).
• Must be able to regularly move boxes, drums, and equipment of up to 600 lbs. (use of dollies or other equipment is mandatory).
• Must frequently mix and lift chemical and water solutions of up to 50 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
• In emergencies, must be able to follow FMCNA emergency procedures, which could include hand cranking dialysis machines, clamping and disconnecting bloodlines, and moving patients to safety.

Working Conditions

• Moderately active work including walking and standing for considerable lengths of time.
• Bending down to floor level required for some repair and maintenance.
• Work environment is a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
• Potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials (proper training will be provided).