Biomed I

Fresenius Medical Care•Houston, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Knowledgeable, developing intermediate level technician performing normal functions under general supervision. Performs scheduled and unscheduled semi-routine repair, maintenance activities and operational condition of all medical equipment, water systems and the physical plant in assigned facilities that ensure patient safety and staff operating equipment in accordance with company policies and procedures, manufacturer’s documentation, industry standards and local, state and federal regulatory requirements. Performs cost containment activities related to repair and maintenance and monthly Technical CQI/QAI duties. Functions as an equipment “trouble-shooter” to identify and ensure resolution to problems.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
Successful completion of the Biomedical Technician Education Curriculum and Practicum.
Valid Driver's License issued in the employee’s state of residence required.
1 - 2 years as a Biomedical Technician level I with successful completion of all required training, education curriculum and practicum and meet all other promotion requirements as outlined in the Biomedical Technician Career Pathway Department Operating Guideline.
Or 2+ years’ directly related experience working in an industrial/medical technical setting, 1+ years directly related experience with an Associate Degree in electronics/biomedical technology, or Bachelor Degree in electronics/biomedical technology with no experience - Must successfully complete all required training, education curriculum and practicum within the first 24 months from date of hire / job entry date.
Manual dexterity required - ability to use common hand tools and small power equipment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to comprehend and communicate in the English language.
Proficient computer skills with the ability to navigate through common operating systems, such as Microsoft Office, SAP and TMS products.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor Degree in electronics / biomedical technology, or equivalent a plus.
Nephrology/Biomedical Industry Technical Certifications preferred - Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology (BONENT), Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), National Nephrology Certification Organization (NNCO), Certified Biomedical Nephrology Technician (CBNT), Water Quality Association (WQA) Water Treatment Specialist (WTS), Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET)

Responsibilities

Performs and/or oversees timely maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities to water treatment equipment, dialysis equipment, ancillary equipment, test equipment, and the physical plant as required and recommended by the manufacturer and established company policy and procedures, including maintaining aesthetics of the equipment and water room.
Coordinates and completes scheduled and unscheduled repair and maintenance of physical plant by company approved vendors.
Oversees maintenance of all ancillary devices assuring it follows manufacturer’s recommendations and in compliance with company policies and procedures, industry standards and local, state and federal regulatory requirements.
Acts as equipment “trouble-shooter”, identifying where problems exist and recommending resolution as needed utilizing acquired knowledge of company machinery, equipment, and systems.
Purchases and maintains an inventory of service parts using approved sources and ensures RGA and warranty parts are returned in a timely manner.
Performs water/dialysate sample collection and processing, and reviews, evaluates, and reports quality results per applicable policies and procedures.
Documents all daily, weekly, monthly repair and maintenance activity/repairs per applicable policies and/or procedures.
Oversees and updates project tracking or other company tracking/documentation systems as assigned.
Performs monthly Technical CQI/QAI duties.
Analyzes, assembles, and assimilates information and data for the CQI/QAI process and leads technical discussion, including reporting outcomes and creating and implementing improvement plans.
Collaborates with facility staff to ensure all regulatory and OSHA requirements are met.
Reviews water system documentation to verify compliance (i.e. readings are within parameters).
Performs daily, weekly, and monthly trend analysis on the water system, anticipating appropriate action to assure system functions as designed.
Identifies instances where company policy and procedures are not being met including escalation of issues to next level management.
Manages Program’s Medical Supply Inventory by managing par values, making sure program has the correct inventory to support the patient treatments, performing physical inventory counts and generating a physical inventory report.
Must maintain water treatment equipment qualification by completing Annual Water Training.
Supports clinical education by administering return demonstrations during Annual Water Training.
Must maintain current required certifications.
Monitors and reviews patient care staff’s technique for testing water system, assuring tests and documentation meet policy and comply with manufacturer’s specifications for the devices and test equipment used.
Attends and successfully completes all technical training programs required by state/federal regulations and company policy.
Transports equipment as needed.
Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.
Acts as a mentor, role model and resource for technical staff by setting an example of appropriate behavior, work habits and attitudes towards patients, coworkers, and management.
At supervisor’s discretion, assists technical staff with general tasks that require a better understanding of functions and provides mentorship and training to new technical staff.
Works toward becoming subject matter expert in one or more areas through continued learning in professional subjects.
Other related duties as assigned.