Biomed Technician

AdaptHealth, LLC•Norcross, GA

About The Position

The Biomed Technician cleans and disinfects returned home medical equipment, maintains the cleaning room, performs routine equipment testing and general repairs, and completes required annual education. The position follows direction from the Biomed Manager and, when that manager is absent, the Biomed Lead. It also involves equipment and supply handling, safe use of personal protective equipment, infection-control and hazardous-material procedures, and filling compressed and liquid oxygen equipment according to company policy.

Requirements

High school diploma.
One year of experience in equipment repair.
Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple or competing tasks.
Ability to clean, test, and repair home medical equipment.
Ability to accurately receive, stock, retrieve, and load equipment and supplies.
Ability to work cooperatively with people contacted in the course of work.
Independent decision-making ability.
Computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine maintenance on returned equipment according to guidelines.
Clean and disinfect equipment according to policy, and document cleaning and routine maintenance.
Recommend changes to the standard cleaning-supply inventory.
Prioritize equipment cleaning and disinfection and complete work in a timely manner while maintaining quality.
Follow procedures that reduce the risk of accidents, injuries, and complaints.
Conduct general equipment repairs.
Maintain the pressure washer and air compressor and notify the manager when breakdowns, repairs, supplies, or replacement are needed.
Launder soiled rags, bags, slings, and similar items.
Generally clean equipment returned to the dirty area from the previous day and stock truck run by the end of each day.
Report unsafe conditions associated with returned equipment.
Identify contaminated equipment and follow the company’s PPE policy.
Follow procedures for using PPE and handling infection control and hazardous materials.
Fill compressed oxygen cylinders according to company policy.
Fill stationary liquid oxygen equipment and the liquid oxygen delivery vehicle according to company policy.
Understand the duties of other Materials Management Department employees and, with prior approval from the Biomed Manager, assist outside the Biomed Department.