Dynamic Biomedical Technician with proven expertise at Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis, excelling in medical device repair and preventive maintenance. Recognized for enhancing equipment reliability and reducing downtime through effective troubleshooting. Strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication foster collaboration with clinical staff, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and optimal patient safety.
Hi, I’m
Joseph Woods
Hope Mills,NC
Summary
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
Biomedical Technician Level 2
12.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained proper care and storage of diagnostic tools and equipment and tracked inventory.
- Assisted hospital staff in understanding the proper use of biomedical equipment, reducing user error incidents.
- Diagnosed cause of problems and completed repairs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on a variety of biomedical devices, prolonging their operational lifespan.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of newly acquired medical equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, prioritizing patient care while troubleshooting malfunctioning devices.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict quality control procedures during equipment inspections.
- Trained staff on proper operation of equipment as well as initial troubleshooting techniques.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing routine maintenance and calibration on medical devices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new medical equipment protocols.
- Installed Type equipment and performed monthly calibration.
- Performed preventive maintenance for medical equipment.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to diagnose complex medical equipment issues, ensuring both accuracy and efficiency in repairs.
- Reduced device downtime through efficient troubleshooting and repair of biomedical equipment.
- Documented information regarding installations, repairs and inventory checks.
- Performed Electrical Safety Inspections (ESI) and Performance Assurance (PA) inspections.
- Documented service and repair procedures accurately and completely and submitted monthly reports to manager.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, resulting in more organized storage and faster access to critical parts.
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for alternative sourcing of replacement parts or repairing existing components when possible.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment with proper safety protocols in place at all times, promoting a culture of responsibility and professionalism within the team.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on applicable regulations and industry standards related to medical device safety and performance requirements.
- Responded to customer requests for service and repairs within 24 hours.
- Supported IT department in integrating medical devices with electronic health record systems for seamless data transfer.
- Communicated effectively with manufacturers during the procurement process, ensuring timely delivery of necessary parts for repairs and installations.
- Participated in continuous education programs to stay current on advancements in biomedical technology and industry best practices.
- Fostered positive relationships with clinical staff through excellent customer service and technical expertise on biomedical equipment matters.
- Completed preventive maintenance schedules, conducted performance tests and repaired product malfunctions.
- Instructed healthcare staff about use and care of biomedical equipment.
- Maintained strict adherence to laboratory guidelines and regulations, verifying safety and protective procedures.
- Inspected laboratory and manufacturing equipment and immediately sent non-working devices out for repair.
- Recorded maintenance activities performed on assigned medical equipment and updated departmental database of record of service.
Education
University of PhoenixTempe, AZ
Associate Of Arts from Healthcare Administration
University Overview
Skills
- Dialysis machine operation
- Healthcare regulations
- Equipment sterilization
- Equipment validation
- Biomedical research
- Preventive Maintenance
- Quality control analysis
- Electrosurgical analyzers
- Regulatory standards
- Inventory counts
- Medical device repair
- Field service support
- Teamwork orientation
- Installations and repairs
- System installation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- OSHA regulations
- Diagnostic testing
- Electronics calibration
- Equipment calibration
- Inventory management
- Troubleshooting skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
Basic dialysis education for biomedical technicians
2008 Series Level 1 and Level 2 Dialysis System Technical Training Class
Biomedical Technical Validation Program promotion to Biomedical Technician 2
Timeline
Biomedical Technician Level 2
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
12.2017 - Current
University of Phoenix
Associate Of Arts from Healthcare Administration
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