Biomedical Equipment Technician

Overview

Under supervision is responsible for the operational condition, maintenance, and repair of all water systems, medical equipment, and mechanical/electrical systems so as to ensure safety of the patients as well as the staff operating the equipment. Responsible for inventory and housekeeping as required. Assists in cost containment in the facility. Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.

• Customer Service
  • Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
  • Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
  • Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
  • Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.

• Maintenance / Technical
  • Maintains, tests and repairs all water treatment equipment, dialysis equipment, medical equipment, testing equipment, and mechanical/electrical systems as recommended by the manufacturer and by procedures established by FMCNA Clinical/Technical services as documented in the Technical Policies and Standards manual.
  • Documents all maintenance and repairs.
  • Ensures safety checks and routine tasks are conducted and documented in a timely fashion according to the established procedures.
  • Conducts housekeeping checks and follows up housekeeping problems.
  • Responsible for water treatment equipment cleaning and disinfecting.
  • Ensures all testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
  • Ensures all areas are safe and clean — environmental integrity and aesthetics are maintained.
  • Conducts building maintenance as needed.
  • Responsible for coordination of medical waste disposal.
  • Collects and organizes supplies restocking relevant areas as needed.
  • Assists in ordering and receiving disposable supplies.
  • Assists in creating SAP purchase orders for supplies.
  • Assists in conducting monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies with cost reporting through facility specific records.
  • Evaluates and reports the current equipment inventory to appropriate sources.

• Patient Care
  • Ensures visibility to patients with daily walk through during treatment times, when possible.
  • Reinforces the concept of Ultra Care™ and customer service - ensures availability for patient's questions and concerns.
  • As requested, provides instructive tours of the water treatment equipment for patients and explains the basics of the machines.

• Clerical & Administrative
  • Processes water and dialysate samples according to specified procedures, packages samples for shipping.
  • Participates in the completion and documentation of ongoing technical QAPI activities as appropriate.

• Other
  • Provides assistance at other facilities and/or acute programs, transport equipment and supplies as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. The company will consider reasonable accommodations if needed.
• The position involves moderately active work including walking and standing for considerable lengths of time. Bending down to floor level is required for some repair and maintenance of equipment.
• The position requires a considerable amount of physical work. There is a two-person assist program and equipment available for moving heavier loads/equipment. The employee must regularly move boxes, drums, and equipment up to 600 lbs. with use of dollies or other equipment. The employee must frequently lift chemical and water solutions up to 50 lbs. up as high as 5 feet.
  
  In emergencies, patient safety is the priority and FMCNA emergency procedures must be followed.
• The work environment is typical of a health care facility with controlled temperature and moderate noise. Potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials; proper training provided to handle these materials.

• High school/Vocational diploma or G.E.D.
• Technician training or AA Degree in electronics preferred.

• At least six months experience working in a technical (industry/hospital) setting.
• Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills, including problem-solving in a medical, health care environment.
• Attend all technical training programs required by state/federal regulations and FMCNA policy.
• Newly hired or promoted incumbents are 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…