Biomedical Equipment Technician

Dialysis Care Center•Hapeville, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Biomed Technician is responsible for the delivery, set up, troubleshooting, and maintenance of all dialysis machines and water treatment systems. This role supports the mission, core values, and customer service of Home Dialysis Services & Dialysis Care Center, LLC (HDS/DCC), adhering to all policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word and Excel a must.
Good presentation & communication skills.
Must be productive & resourceful with the ability to meet deadlines.
Must be a self-starter who can work independently yet function in a highly collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines effectively.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong data entry, organizational and interpersonal skills.
High integrity, team player with patient service focus and flexibility.
Must be able to lift 30 pounds as needed.

Nice To Haves

Dialysis experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Delivery and set up of dialysis machines and water treatment systems.
Track all equipment, creating a log with serial numbers.
Coordinate with nurses and technicians for assistance with scheduled programming.
Repair and maintain dialysis machines and R.O. water systems, providing support documentation.
Perform electrical safety assurance and performance testing on all dialysis machines and related electrical equipment.
Monitor R.O. system and log sheet monthly for completeness and accuracy, noting deviations.
Perform monthly biomedical audits and document findings to ensure staff compliance with company policies.
Participate in on-site ESRD surveys and inspections by state and federal surveyors when notified.
Participate and present as a member of each facility’s Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee.
Complete the Biomed section of the QAPI log.
Order and maintain appropriate parts inventory for all equipment serviced.
Assist with stocking and arranging treatment supplies in the stock room.
Discuss equipment maintenance problems with the CNM, CAA, and Regional Biomed Lead.
Comply with company policies and procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations for patient care and services (CMS, HIPAA, OSHA, and other governing agencies).
Monitor vital signs (temperature, pulse, etc.) and patient condition, and document observations appropriately.
Take fluid samples or other specimens for testing and prepare for shipping.
Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatment, i.e. hemodialysis therapy.
Monitor and document patient status and instruct patient in vascular accesses etc., under the direction of RN.
Review lab work, physician orders and reinforce treatment care with patient.
Enter appropriate ICD-9 codes for lab draws into the computer.
Perform basic nursing procedures (e.g., changing bandages).
Other duties, as assigned.