Biomedical Technician Dialysis - Prn

Horizon Health•Paris, IL

6d•$21 - $34

About The Position

Horizon Health is a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors. Position Summary: The Dialysis Biomedical Equipment Technician is a paraprofessional who is specifically trained to oversee and maintain all dialysis-related equipment in the ambulatory outpatient dialysis unit and home dialysis unit. A Dialysis Biomedical Equipment Technician will also repair and perform preventative maintenance to ensure all systems are running properly. To become a technician, students need to earn a certificate from an approved licensed training program. The Dialysis Biomedical Equipment Technician must possess the physical capabilities to successfully perform the job as stated. Adherence to all policies and procedures is required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Mechanical skills.
Valid Driver’s license and good driving record.
Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors.
Ability to react and perform under stress and in emergency situations.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with others.
Ability to work independently as well as with others to plan and organize work assignment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in electronics/biomedical technology, or equivalent preferred.
Previous dialysis experience preferred.
Fresenius equipment Level 1 and Level 2 Certifications.

Responsibilities

Maintain all dialysis equipment to ensure that it is functioning properly
Have knowledge of the function and safe operation of all dialysis equipment
Collects samples for water cultures according to protocol.
Mixes bicarbonate solution according to protocol.
Mixes acid concentrate as directed.
Orders and stocks tech room with appropriate supplies.
Assists with purchasing as needed.
Assist in receiving, storing, and dispensing supplies.
Be familiar with the overall procedures used in Inventory Control.
Assist in the documentation and control of excess inventory.
In the absence of janitorial services, assist in general housekeeping services.
Transports waste products to biohazardous area.
Comply with the requirements of all applicable sections of the Technical Manual.
The type of work performed by the Biomedical Technician may require travel to other facilities and/or patient home during the workday.
Therefore, the Biomedical Technician is expected to have their own reliable transportation.
The Dialysis Center pays a mileage fee for on duty -time.
The responsibilities listed above are not all-inclusive; other activities may be required in support of the hospital’s goals and objectives.