Biomedical Technician

Fresenius Medical Care•Durham, NC

26d

About The Position

Under supervision, the Biomedical Technician maintains the operational condition, safety, and reliability of water systems, dialysis and medical equipment, testing equipment, and mechanical and electrical systems. The role also supports facility inventory, housekeeping, cost containment, and patient service while following FMCNA policies, regulatory requirements, and the company’s compliance program. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the FMCNA Training Program for Technical Staff. The position works in a health care facility with controlled air temperature and moderate noise. It involves considerable physical work, including extended periods of walking and standing, bending, moving equipment and supplies, and mixing and lifting chemical and water solutions. There may be potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials; training is provided. During emergencies, the technician follows documented procedures to help protect patients, which may include hand-cranking dialysis machines, clamping and disconnecting bloodlines, and moving patients to safety. Reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with disabilities.

Requirements

High school or vocational diploma, or GED.
At least six months of experience in a technical industry or hospital setting.
Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills, including problem-solving in a medical or health care environment.
Attend all technical training programs required by state and federal regulations and FMCNA policy.
Meet the requirements of the respiratory fit policy if newly hired or promoted.
Valid driver’s license and/or ability to cover other facilities and transport equipment and supplies as needed.
Successfully complete the FMCNA Training Program for Technical Staff; continued employment is contingent upon completion.
Ability to perform moderately active work, including considerable walking and standing, bending to floor level, and substantial physical work.
Ability to regularly move boxes, drums, and equipment weighing up to 600 pounds, using a two-person assist program and equipment; dollies or other equipment are mandatory for items weighing approximately 600 pounds.
Ability to frequently mix and lift chemical and water solutions weighing up to 50 pounds to heights of up to 5 feet.
Take the Ishihara Color Blindness test as a condition of employment; failing the test does not preclude employment, and reasonable accommodations may be considered.
Follow documented emergency procedures that may involve hand-cranking dialysis machines, clamping and disconnecting bloodlines, and moving patients to safety.

Nice To Haves

Technician training or an associate degree in electronics is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain, test, and repair water treatment equipment, dialysis equipment, medical equipment, testing equipment, and mechanical and electrical systems according to manufacturer recommendations and FMCNA procedures.
Document maintenance, repairs, safety checks, and routine tasks in a timely manner.
Perform housekeeping checks, follow up on housekeeping problems, and maintain safe, clean, and aesthetically sound areas.
Clean and disinfect water treatment equipment; maintain and calibrate testing equipment.
Perform building maintenance as needed and coordinate medical waste disposal.
Restock supplies, assist with ordering and receiving disposable supplies, create SAP purchase orders, and help conduct monthly and quarterly inventory with cost reporting.
Evaluate and report equipment inventory to appropriate sources.
Maintain visibility to patients during treatment when possible, respond to patient questions and concerns, and provide tours explaining water treatment equipment and the basics of the machines when requested.
Process water and dialysate samples according to procedures and package samples for shipping.
Participate in ongoing technical QAPI activities and their documentation as appropriate.
Assist other facilities and/or acute programs and transport equipment and supplies as needed.
Provide outstanding service and communicate effectively with internal and external customers; take initiative to resolve and follow up on service issues.
Follow FMCNA compliance, regulatory, policy, and emergency-procedure requirements.
Attend required technical training programs and meet respiratory fit policy requirements.