Biomedical Equipment Technician

Fresenius Medical Care • Kailua Kona, HI

12d • 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 support, and adherence to Fresenius Medical Care North America's (FMCNA) mission, vision, core values, customer service philosophy, and Compliance Program, including regulatory and policy requirements.

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.
• 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 pass the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment (reasonable accommodations will be considered if failed).

Nice To Haves

• Technician training or AA Degree in electronics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, tests, and repairs 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 completed and documented.
• Conducts housekeeping checks and addresses related problems.
• Performs cleaning and disinfecting of water treatment equipment.
• Ensures testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Maintains safe and clean work areas, ensuring environmental integrity and aesthetics.
• Performs building maintenance as needed.
• Manages the coordination of medical waste disposal.
• Collects and organizes supplies, restocking relevant areas.
• Assists in ordering and receiving disposable supplies.
• Assists in creating SAP purchase orders for supplies.
• Conducts monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies and reports costs.
• Evaluates and reports current equipment inventory.
• Drives the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships through communication.
• Responds to and resolves customer service issues.
• Ensures visibility to patients during daily walk-throughs, when possible.
• Reinforces the concept of UltraCare™ and customer service, addressing patient questions and concerns.
• Provides instructive tours of water treatment equipment for patients and explains machine basics.
• Processes water and dialysate samples, 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.
• Follows FMCNA emergency procedures during emergencies, which may include hand cranking dialysis machines, clamping and disconnecting bloodlines, and moving patients to safety.

Benefits

• Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors

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