Biomedical Equipment Technician

Fresenius Medical Care • Brentwood Park, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the Biomedical Equipment Technician 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. This role also involves inventory management, housekeeping, and assisting in cost containment within the facility. The technician supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy, adhering to the FMCNA Compliance Program and all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.

Requirements

• High school/Vocational diploma or G.E.D.
• 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.
• 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.
• Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Technician training or AA Degree in electronics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
• Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
• Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
• Maintains, tests and repairs all water treatment equipment, dialysis equipment, medical equipment, testing equipment, and mechanical/electrical systems as recommended by the manufacturer and by procedures established by FMCNA Clinical/Technical services as documented in the Technical Policies and Standards manual.
• Documents all maintenance and repairs.
• Ensures safety checks and routine tasks are conducted and documented in a timely fashion according to the established procedures.
• Conducts housekeeping check and follows-up housekeeping problems.
• Responsible for water treatment equipment cleaning and disinfecting.
• Ensures all testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Ensures all areas are safe and clean - that environmental integrity and aesthetics are maintained.
• Conducts building maintenance as needed.
• Responsible for 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.
• Assists in conducting monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies with cost reporting through facility specific records.
• Evaluates and reports the current equipment inventory to appropriate sources.
• Ensures visibility to patients with daily walk through during treatment times, when possible.
• Reinforces the concept of UltraCare™ and customer service - ensures availability for patient's questions and concerns.
• As requested, provides instructive tours of the water treatment equipment for patients and explains the basics of the machines.
• Processes water and dialysate samples according to specified procedures, package samples for shipping.
• Participates in the completion and documentation of ongoing technical QAPI activities as appropriate.
• Provides assistance at other facilities and/or acute programs, transport equipment and supplies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• a 401(k) with company match
• paid time off
• parental leave
• potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees