James Brown
North Tazewell,VA
Summary
Dedicated Biomedical Equipment Technician known for strong problem-solving aptitude and teamwork capabilities. Experienced in training junior technicians and fostering a culture of continuous learning, ready to leverage expertise to enhance patient care and safety outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
Bluefield, WV
08.2012 - Current
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on dialysis equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Experienced in covering Multiple clinics and acute locations.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to provide training on proper equipment use and safety protocols, improving operational efficiency.
- Streamlined equipment inventory processes, reducing downtime through timely procurement and management of medical supplies.
- Performed preventive maintenance for medical equipment.
- Experienced in implementing disaster response, alternate water supplies, DI systems.
- Supported facility expansion projects by effectively coordinating the installation of advanced biomedical equipment.
- Documented service and repair procedures accurately and completely and submitted monthly reports to manager.
- Expedited resolution of technical challenges with keen attention to detail during diagnostics and root cause analysis processes.
- Trained junior technicians in proper diagnostic procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Checked facility's structural environment to assess for electrical, mechanical, and other safety hazards.
- Improved patient safety by routinely inspecting and calibrating essential medical equipment for optimal functionality.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Southwest Virgina Community College
Cedar Bluff, VA06-1998
Skills
- Proficient in equipment diagnostics
- Equipment maintenance prevention
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Installation and repair skills
- Vendor supervision
- Reporting service information
- Safety regulation compliance
- Quality control analysis
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Computer skills
- Team building
- Inventory management
- Risk management
- Problem-solving aptitude
Accomplishments
- (U.S.A.F) Desert Storm Veteran. Good conduct medal, Outstanding unit medal, Letter of Excellence.
- Achieved multiple deficiency free state inspections by completing documentation with accuracy and efficiency.
- Assisted in hurricane Helene (2024) disaster response for Twin County Dialysis in less than 24hrs with no treatment downtime.
Certification
- IHI Open School Basic Certificate Program
- Aqua B Plus system Certification
Timeline
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
08.2012 - Current
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Southwest Virgina Community College