Dialysis Biomedical Technician PRN Days

Job Summary

This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing all dialysis machines, water treatment, and ancillary dialysis-related medical equipment in the facilities to which he or she is assigned. All duties are performed under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in accordance with ScionHealth policy and procedures, as well as OSHA, JCAHO, AAMI, CMS, state, federal, and local regulations.

Essential Functions

• Performs electrical safety assurance and performance testing on all dialysis machines and related electrical equipment.
• Performs monthly biomedical audits and documents findings to ensure that dialysis teammates are following hospital policies and procedures.
• Participates in on-site JCAHO surveys and inspections by state and federal surveyors.
• Knows and complies with state and federal standards for water quality and OSHA standards.
• Orders and maintains appropriate parts inventory for all equipment serviced.
• Discusses equipment maintenance problems with the Dialysis Program Manager or Dialysis Supervisor.
• Makes cost effective recommendations for improvements, monitors and controls expenses for dialysis equipment in accordance with budgetary expectations.
• Trains dialysis staff on collection of water cultures and Endotoxins to ensure water quality meets Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) microbiological standards.
• Provides instruction to dialysis teammates on the proper operation and utilization of dialysis equipment and systems, focusing primarily on equipment start-up, shutdown, and emergency situations.
• Led facility and biomed implemented initiatives.
• May have responsibility for equipment at more than one facility.
• On-call responsibilities for repair and maintenance of all dialysis equipment as scheduled by the Dialysis Program Manager or Dialysis Supervisor.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Expert knowledge of the Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis Process in accordance with The Joint Commission and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
• Expert knowledge in the repair and preventative maintenance of all dialysis equipment.
• Expert in maintenance of quality water for dialysis treatments in accordance with Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 50%.

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• A strong technical background or acumen, such as electronics, mechanical, or avionics.
• Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to use the Internet efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills, effective communicator, and ability to work flexible schedules with little notice.

Licenses/Certifications

• Dialysis Biomedical Technician Certification by approved state certification program, or a national commercially available certification program.
• A valid driver's license in the state of employment.

Experience

• A minimum of three years of Biomedical Technician experience in chronic dialysis facilities and at least two years of experience in acute dialysis programs.
• Prior multi-facility responsibility preferred.