Caleb Hartshorn
LaFayette,GA
Summary
Results-driven Chief Technician with expertise in technical troubleshooting and team leadership. Developed training materials and optimized equipment maintenance processes, enhancing patient care and staff efficiency. Skilled in compliance auditing and communication, fostering collaboration with clinical personnel and vendors to ensure patient safety across multiple clinics.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Technician
Dialysis Clinics Incorporated
Chattanooga, USA
03.2023 - Current
- Supervise and carry out technical operations for numerous dialysis clinics throughout Chattanooga, TN and North GA.
- Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on multiple water treatment systems.
- These include troubleshooting dialysis machines and facility issues, preventative maintenance on dialysis machines, and disinfection's of their respective RO systems.
- In addition to maintenance, perform advanced testing and calibrations of machines using different medical testing devices to ensure optimal care for patients and ease of use for clinical staff.
- Install plumbing for treated water loops, central concentrate, and bicarbonate loops.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to enhance operational reliability across clinics.
- Conducted monthly audits in Darwin to verify compliance with preventative maintenance timelines.
- Conducted visits to several DCI regions, including Atlanta and Albany, Georgia, to facilitate technical assistance for clinics experiencing operational issues.
- Collaborate with vendors to secure essential parts and supplies for repair jobs.
- Mentored junior technicians on operational best practices to strengthen team skills and improve service quality.
- Developed training materials to enhance onboarding process for new staff members.
- Visited nine locations to assess needs, consulting with nurse managers and clinical staff to confirm that all needs are acknowledged.
- Administer sending and tracking of calibrations related to all 90XL meters, probes, digital multi-meters, and electrical safety analyzers within entire region.
- Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Dialysis Clinics Incorporated
Chattanooga, Tennessee
10.2019 - 03.2023
- Conduct routine preventative maintenance and acute troubleshooting on various dialysis machines and water purification systems for dialysis clinics.
- In addition to maintenance, I perform advanced testing and calibrations of machines using different medical testing devices to ensure optimal care for patients and ease of use for clinical staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues, enhancing overall equipment reliability.
- Managed operations at two dialysis clinics, ensuring functionality of 40 dialysis machines and medical equipment while supporting area manager overseeing nine clinics and one acute unit with over 200 dialysis machines.
- Assessed water quality and medical tests using various instruments, ensuring patient care and safety.
- Utilize multiple computer software programs to execute tasks such as tracking maintenance records, submitting reports, and providing monthly updates for CMS and Medical Directors.
- Completed monthly inventory and documented all repair parts and clinical supplies before submission.
- Certified on both Baxter/Gambro Phoenix Hemodialysis Unit and Fresenius 2008T Hemodialysis Unit.
- Executed and oversaw 3 dozen chlorine and carbon tank replacements, conserving over $100,000 by eliminating reliance on external resources.
- Executed remodels across clinics, including plumbing installations and enhancements of water systems, improving operational efficiency.
Public Safety Officer
Hamilton Medical Center
Dalton, Georgia
08.2016 - 10.2019
- Monitored facility to ensure safety of all individuals present. and security of all employees, patients, and visitors at Hamilton Medical Center and properties under Hamilton Healthcare Services.
- Responded to urgent situations, ensuring safety and security for all individuals present while effectively managing potential risks.
- Collaborated with medical teams to secure patient safety during crises.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and EMS agencies to manage emergency situations.
- Restraint of patients utilized minimal necessary force, ensuring safety during volatile situations involving drugs, alcohol, or psychiatric issues.
- Conducted foot and vehicle patrols, analyzed security footage, monitored CCTVs, facilitated emergency drills across hospital locations, and documented incidents including MVCs, assaults, and thefts.
- Maintained calm and professional demeanor in all interactions, upholding employer standards and fostering positive impressions.
Police Officer
City of LaFayette, GA
LaFayette, USA
03.2014 - 05.2016
- Executed patrol duties, conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and responded to public calls, ensuring adherence to departmental standards of professionalism.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance to citizens.
- Coordinated traffic management for parades, football games, city events, and traffic accidents to ensure public safety and smooth operations.
- Maintained incident records to enhance operational objectives and promote departmental accountability.
- Completed documentation for reports and citations and electronically filed reports, citations, and records to ensure accurate documentation.
- Utilized various software applications to document reports and traffic recreations effectively.
- Retained certifications and completed training to improve skills and service to department and community.
Education
Basic Law Enforcement Certification - Associate Degree
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, Georgia, GA10.2013
High School Diploma -
LaFayette High School
LaFayette, GA05.2009
Skills
- Technical troubleshooting
- Compliance auditing
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Problem resolution
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Windows Office
- Web browsers
- Effective communication
- Mentoring
- Adaptability
- Communication skills
Timeline
Chief Technician
Dialysis Clinics Incorporated
03.2023 - Current
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Dialysis Clinics Incorporated
10.2019 - 03.2023
Public Safety Officer
Hamilton Medical Center
08.2016 - 10.2019
Police Officer
City of LaFayette, GA
03.2014 - 05.2016
Basic Law Enforcement Certification - Associate Degree
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
High School Diploma -
LaFayette High School