Andre Sloan
OKLAHOMA CITY,OK
Summary
Adept at leading biomedical teams and enhancing operational efficiency, my time at OU HEALTH showcased my ability to manage complex projects and streamline workflows, achieving a significant improvement in equipment maintenance and staff training. Leveraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills, I excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring compliance and cost control.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biomed Technician III
OU HEALTH
11.2022 - Current
- Performs troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Leads and manages biomedical team
- Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
- Liaised with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
- Checked, repaired and repacked survival equipment to meet specifications.
- Calibrated and monitored devices following installation.
- Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff, and inspected equipment.
- Followed privacy regulations and safety protocols.
- Reported data for maintenance, installations and inventory assessments.
- Repaired medical equipment after thoroughly testing to diagnose root issues.
- Administered preventive maintenance every 6/12 months on medical equipment.
- Gathered data related to human biobehavioral systems using computer simulations.
- Evaluated biomedical equipment to assess safety, efficiency and effectiveness.
- Advised hospital administrators on planning, acquisition and use of medical equipment.
- Educated technicians and other personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Documented protocols and policies regarding operation, maintenance and repair of medical equipment.
- Analyzed data, reviewed results from tests conducted and generated reports using different types of software programs.
- Researched and implemented new technologies and equipment.
Biomedical Technician Manager
New Direction Dialysis
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Documented service and repair procedures accurately and completely and submitted monthly reports to manager.
- Provided validation, inspection, repairs and maintenance on clinical biomedical equipment.
- Responded to customer requests for service and repairs within 24 hours.
- Performed Electrical Safety Inspections (ESI) and Performance Assurance (PA) inspections.
- Performed preventive maintenance for medical equipment.
- Trained staff on proper operation of equipment as well as initial troubleshooting techniques.
- Documented information regarding installations, repairs and inventory checks.
- Maintained proper care and storage of diagnostic tools and equipment and tracked inventory.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Analyzed and interpreted schematics and drawings for Dialysis equipment.
- Installed, calibrated and monitored dialysis equipment.
- Developed presentations and provided on-site demonstrations of latest biomedical devices, technologies and procedures.
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
- Coordinated allocation of nursing service equipment and supplies within facility and established guidelines for efficient, economical use.
- Carried out tactical and operational plans, growth strategy and requirement definition.
- Inspected laboratory and manufacturing equipment and immediately sent non-working devices out for repair.
- Configured and repaired critical care monitoring computer systems.
- Reviewed medical equipment with suspected involvement in adverse patient interactions.
- Identified methods for improving overall manufacturing processes without sacrificing ecological areas or breaking applicable environmental regulations.
- Managed multiple capital projects simultaneously to increase production and improve quality and product line expansions.
- Managed teams of engineers by creating schedules, tracking inventory and overseeing contract obligations or deadlines.
- Completed preventive maintenance schedules, conducted performance tests and repaired product malfunctions.
- Developed products to operate medical hardware and software used in completion of diverse experiments.
- Used data compiled from experiments to develop training manuals detailing biochemical manufacturing processes.
- Utilized extensive background knowledge and expertise in engineering methodologies to solve design problems according to schedule.
- Drafted and maintained process and procedure documentation.
- Conducted capital asset and infrastructure planning for medical equipment starting with concept and ending in implementation.
- Resolved data and recorded discrepancies with actionable corrective solutions.
- Streamlined tasks in effort to provide easier and more efficient workflows for peers and colleagues.
- Supported patient diagnosis and treatment by installing, calibrating and repairing biomedical equipment.
- Reviewed existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for yield improvement and reduced process variation.
- Instructed healthcare staff about use and care of biomedical equipment.
- Performed urgent device corrections and biomedical equipment recalls.
- Kept meticulous notes on experiments and converted into data reports for distribution to entire staff.
- Supervised and mentored over 15 engineers in conducting targeted experiments and gathering data.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Regulatory Compliance Manager/Inventory Specialist
Fresenius Kidney Care
08.2007 - 08.2021
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
- Delivered subject matter expertise for internal and external customers on compliance best practices and quality control.
- Liaised with clients to identify and target inefficiencies in areas of risks and business controls, process gaps and workflow discrepancies.
- Prepared records and data for regular audits.
- Delivered and tracked program training for associates and supervisors to safeguard continuing business relationships.
- Backed data security and information privacy efforts.
- Played instrumental role in company-wide risk assessment efforts, supporting enhancements in business processes and controls.
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
- Maintained effective working relationships with regulatory authorities, suppliers and customers.
- Developed and delivered training programs to inform new and current employees about compliance issues.
- Advised division leaders of regulatory risks in business processed and provided recommendations for improvement.
- Formulated detailed recommendations based on audit findings to support annual planning and definition of goals.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lifts.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 50 packages per day.
- Moved merchandise from stockroom to Hemo/PD floor when requested by director.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
11.2002 - 08.2007
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
- Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
- Instructed patients in at-home care and continued treatments.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Skilled CCHT positively committed to monitoring data and quality measures in collaboration with providers to continually improve patient care and support services. Dedicated to providing individualized care and promoting health without sacrificing comfort. Fosters relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
- Discontinued dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
- Initiated dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Oklahoma City Community College (In Progress)
Oklahoma City, OK05-2027
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Staff education and training
- Maintenance and repairs
- Deadline oriented
- OSHA compliance
- Team Training
- Project Support
- Problem-solving
- Equipment maintenance
- Cost control
- Workload management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of over 15 staff members with consistent results led by example.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Help Guide OU health Biomedical department to a top tier, highly desirable place to work.
- Well-rounded Biomed Technician with strong background researching various topics over 20 years. Highly communicative and self-motivated, Will go above and beyond to have the best outcome for patient safety and drive excellent service for OU Health.
Certification
Certified Biomedical Technician Level 1
Certified Biomedical Technician Level 2
Certified Reuse dialysis technician
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
Certified American Heart Association Trainer (CPR)
Certified Ultrasound Technician 1
Timeline
Biomed Technician III
OU HEALTH
11.2022 - Current
Biomedical Technician Manager
New Direction Dialysis
08.2021 - 08.2022
Regulatory Compliance Manager/Inventory Specialist
Fresenius Kidney Care
08.2007 - 08.2021
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
11.2002 - 08.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Oklahoma City Community College (In Progress)
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