Biomed Technician - Pikesville, United States - Futurecare

Description

Overview:

Voted 11 years in a row in The Baltimore Sun as Top Workplaces and recognized in US Newsweek as "Best Nursing Homes", FutureCare stands out as a leader in managing health care across a continuum of care. We are known for recognizing hard work and dedication and reward our team members for their compassion and care. We also offer a Competitive Salary, Excellent Benefits Package, Nurse Retention Bonus, Flex/Advance Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Growth Ladder, Employee Referral Bonus Program, Employee Assistance, and a 401K Plan.

We are currently seeking an energetic team player to fill this critical role at our dialysis clinics

The Biomedical Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing all dialysis machines, water treatment equipment. The Biomedical Technician ensures these systems are running properly and the equipment is working according to strict specifications.

• Perform and/or oversee repair and maintenance activities on water treatment equipment, dialysis equipment, ancillary equipment, test equipment, and the physical plant for assigned facilities as recommended by the manufacturer and in compliance with all Clinical/Technical Services policies and procedures, industry standards and local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
• Document all repairs and maintenance repairs per applicable policies and/or procedures.
• Employee is required to work on low and high voltage equipment.
• Purchase and maintain inventory of medical supplies and service parts.
• Actively support and participate in the Quality Assessment and Process Improvement (QAPI) process.
• Work with and train facility staff to ensure all regulatory and OSHA requirements are met.
• Perform water/dialysate sample collection and processing per applicable policies and procedures.
• Review, evaluate and report water/dialysate quality results per applicable policies and procedures.
• Transport equipment and supplies as needed between facilities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Education and Skill Requirements:
• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• AA Degree in electronics / biomedical technology, or equivalent preferred.
• Biomedical Industry Technical Certification preferred.
• Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET)
• All attained certifications must be maintained and current.
• Willing to Attend out of state certification training if required.
• Attend all technical training programs required by state/federal regulations.
• Valid Driver's License issued in the employees state of residence.
• Employees must meet the necessary requirements for Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate in the English language.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Frequent long periods of standing, bending, stooping, walking, sitting
• The use of dollies or other equipment is mandatory when moving heavy weight items.
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• There is potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided by the company.