Biomed Technician

Fresenius Medical Care • Oak Ridge North, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, this role is 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. The position also involves inventory management, housekeeping, cost containment, and adherence to FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, customer service philosophy, and compliance program. The technician will drive the FMS culture through values and customer service standards, developing and maintaining effective relationships and resolving customer service issues promptly.

Requirements

• At least six months of experience working in a technical (industry/hospital) setting.
• Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills, including problem-solving 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.
• Must be able to regularly move boxes, drums, and equipment of up to 600 lbs. using dollies or other equipment.
• Must frequently mix and lift chemical and water solutions of up to 50 lbs. up as high as 5 feet.
• Must be able to follow documented FMCNA emergency procedures during emergencies, which may include hand cranking dialysis machines, clamping and disconnecting bloodlines, and moving patients to safety.

Nice To Haves

• Technician training or AA Degree in electronics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, tests, and repairs all 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, ensuring safety checks and routine tasks are conducted and documented in a timely fashion.
• Conducts housekeeping checks and follows up on related problems.
• Performs cleaning and disinfecting of water treatment equipment.
• Ensures all testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Maintains safe and clean environments, ensuring environmental integrity and aesthetics.
• Conducts building maintenance as needed.
• Manages the coordination of medical waste disposal.
• Collects and organizes supplies, restocking relevant areas as needed.
• Assists in ordering and receiving disposable supplies.
• Assists in creating SAP purchase orders for supplies.
• Conducts monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies with cost reporting.
• Evaluates and reports current equipment inventory to appropriate sources.
• Ensures visibility to patients with daily walk-throughs during treatment times, when possible.
• Reinforces the concept of UltraCare™ and customer service, ensuring availability for patient's questions and concerns.
• Provides instructive tours of water treatment equipment for patients and explains the basics of the machines as requested.
• Processes water and dialysate samples according to specified procedures and packages samples for shipping.
• Participates in the completion and documentation of ongoing technical QAPI activities.
• Provides assistance at other facilities and/or acute programs, transporting equipment and supplies as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED