Biomedical Technician

Fresenius Medical Care•Chicago, IL

16d

About The Position

Under supervision, the Biomedical Technician maintains the operational condition, safety, and reliability of water systems, dialysis and other medical equipment, and mechanical and electrical systems. The role includes maintenance, testing, repairs, documentation, inventory, housekeeping, supply support, and cost containment. The technician supports Fresenius Medical Care North America’s mission, values, and customer service standards and follows applicable compliance, regulatory, and company policy requirements. The technician supports patients by maintaining visibility during treatment when possible, responding to questions and concerns, and providing tours of water treatment equipment when requested. The position may also involve assisting other facilities or acute programs and transporting equipment and supplies. This role involves moderately active and considerable physical work in a healthcare facility, including extended periods of walking and standing, bending, handling chemicals, and moving heavy equipment. The work environment has controlled air temperature and moderate noise, with potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials. Training is provided for handling such materials. A color vision test is required as a condition of employment; failing the test does not automatically preclude employment, and reasonable accommodations may be considered. Continued employment is contingent on successful completion of the FMCNA Training Program for Technical Staff.

Requirements

High school, vocational diploma, or GED.
At least six months of experience in a technical industry or hospital setting.
Organizational and leadership skills, including the ability to problem-solve in a medical or healthcare 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.
Successful completion of the FMCNA Training Program for Technical Staff is required for continued employment.
Ability to perform moderately active work, including extended walking and standing, bending, and considerable physical work.
Ability to regularly move boxes, drums, and equipment weighing up to 600 pounds using a two-person assist program and required moving equipment such as dollies.
Ability to frequently mix and lift chemical and water solutions weighing up to 50 pounds to a height of five feet.

Nice To Haves

Technician training or an associate degree in electronics.

Responsibilities

Maintain, test, and repair water treatment, dialysis, medical, and testing equipment, as well as mechanical and electrical systems, in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and established procedures.
Document maintenance and repairs, and complete safety checks and routine tasks on schedule.
Clean and disinfect water treatment equipment; maintain and calibrate testing equipment.
Conduct housekeeping checks, follow up on housekeeping concerns, and maintain safe, clean, and presentable areas.
Perform building maintenance as needed and coordinate medical waste disposal.
Collect and organize supplies, assist with restocking, ordering, and receiving disposable supplies, and help create SAP purchase orders.
Assist with monthly and quarterly supply inventories and cost reporting, and evaluate and report equipment inventory.
Maintain visibility to patients during treatment when possible, respond to questions and concerns, and provide instructive tours of water treatment equipment 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 or acute programs and transport equipment and supplies as needed.
Follow documented emergency procedures to support patient safety, which may include hand cranking dialysis machines, clamping and disconnecting bloodlines, and moving patients to safety.
Attend technical training programs required by regulations and FMCNA policy.