Dialysis Biomedical Technician - Floater

U.S. Renal Care, Inc.•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Biomedical Technician – Floater oversees the operational condition, maintenance, and repair of water treatment equipment, medical equipment, and mechanical and electrical systems at assigned clinics. The role supports patient and staff safety and requires local travel. The technician also supports inventory activities, maintains equipment and maintenance documentation, helps address clinic environment issues, and works with clinic administrators, staff, and contractors to meet operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license in the applicable state, maintained as current and unrestricted, with a good driving record.
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.
Working knowledge of English and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to plan and organize work assignments independently and with others.

Nice To Haves

Previous dialysis, hospital, or medical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Use supplies and staff labor hours effectively.
Assist with purchasing, including placing orders and performing weekly and month-end inventory counts.
Follow inventory-control procedures, including FIFO, and help document and control excess inventory.
Perform duties as assigned to meet patient-care or clinic operational needs.
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment according to manufacturer recommendations.
Repair, calibrate, test, clean, and disinfect dialysis machines, water distribution loops, and reverse osmosis (RO) systems according to protocol.
Perform water quality checks, including free chlorine, total chlorine, and water hardness testing.
Perform safety checks and tests on pretreatment water equipment, including carbon tanks, water softeners, RO units, UV lamps, and ultrafilters.
Collect RO water and dialysate samples for microbiology testing, and water samples for AAMI analysis, according to protocol.
Disinfect central bicarbonate systems and mixing tanks, as well as RO systems, distribution systems, and hemodialysis machines, according to protocol.
Work within company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Perform electrical safety checks on dialysis machines and related equipment.
Follow equipment instruction manuals and manufacturer recommendations; be able to start up and shut down facility equipment when necessary.
Maintain preventive maintenance programs, supporting documentation, and accurate equipment maintenance records.
Maintain knowledge of water treatment equipment and related mechanical and electrical systems, including their safe operation.
Address physical-environment issues that could affect patient or staff safety.
Mix bicarbonate solution and acid concentrate solution according to protocol.
Assist with receiving, storing, and stocking supplies.
Know emergency equipment and emergency operating procedures; use appropriate safety measures and personal protective equipment.
Follow OSHA regulations and update Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) as required.
Know the contracts and contacts needed for emergency repairs to clinic equipment and mechanical systems.
Obtain quotes from reputable, approved contractors to address physical-environment issues as needed.
Present technical summaries in QAPI meetings.
Maintain collaborative relationships with clinic administrators and partner with them to meet clinic needs.
Promote GUEST customer-service standards, build effective relationships across the organization, and respond effectively to inquiries or concerns.
Participate in staff meetings as required and attend in-service and continuing-education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.
Complete initial and annual technical training for clinical staff as required.
Instruct staff in equipment use and care and answer questions.
Participate in team concepts and promote teamwork.