Katie Newman
Prineville,OR
Summary
Highly skilled Biomedical Technician with background in maintaining, repairing, and calibrating medical equipment. Experience includes troubleshooting complex biomedical issues, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing technical support to medical staff. Strong skills in project management, problem-solving, and team collaboration. Prior work has resulted in improved equipment functionality, increased reliability of medical devices, and enhanced patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
Bend, Oregon
06.2022 - Current
- Troubleshot equipment issues and returned service for patient care.
- Helped calibrate dialysis equipment for safe clinical operations.
- Assisted with preventive maintenance on biomedical equipment and water treatment systems.
- Updated clinical staff on equipment status and repair needs to support timely patient care.
- Provided technical support to clinical staff on operation of medical equipment and devices.
- Delivered training for clinical staff on proper use of newly installed medical instruments.
- Repaired faulty components in complex electronic assemblies, including circuit boards.
- Set configurations on biomedical instruments to manufacturer specifications.
- Recorded repairs, inspections, and maintenance in service logs.
- Scheduled quarterly fire inspections and ancillary equipment calibrations.
- Installed home dialysis equipment at patient residences.
- Completed carbon tank rebedding to improve water treatment performance.
- Collected water culture, endotoxin, and AAMI samples.
- Coordinated vendor bids and external repair scheduling to reduce downtime.
- Met monthly with medical director to review clinical audits.
- Performed repairs in water room on reverse osmosis system.
Biomedical Technician
DaVita
Bend, Oregon
10.2019 - 06.2022
- Prepared dialysis machines and treatment stations, ensuring compliance with DaVita clinic procedures for optimal patient care.
- Monitored dialysis patient vital signs throughout DaVita hemodialysis treatments.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted nurses with patient positioning, access care, and comfort support.
- Documented patient observations and treatment details in DaVita records.
- Streamlined patient flow by escorting patients between waiting and treatment areas, enhancing overall clinic efficiency.
- Cleaned and disinfected dialysis equipment following DaVita infection control standards.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care services, improving patient outcomes.
- Performed preventive maintenance on biomedical equipment and water treatment systems.
- Troubleshot equipment failures and restored service for patient care.
- Documented repairs, inspections, and maintenance in service records.
- Provided training sessions to clinical staff on the proper use of newly installed medical instruments.
- Performed preventative maintenance on biomedical equipment and devices.
- Assisted in the installation of medical equipment and devices.
- Ordered spare parts for repair work on biomedical instruments.
- Provided technical support to clinical staff regarding operation of medical equipment and devices.
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
Madras, Oregon
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Prepared dialysis machines and ensured proper setup, contributing to safe and effective treatment sessions.
- Observed and recorded patient's vital signs continuously during dialysis treatments to ensure safety. during dialysis treatments and adjusted fluid removal rate to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Addressed patient needs promptly to enhance comfort and satisfaction during treatment sessions. and reported concerns to dialysis nurses.
- Assessed treatment orders to confirm accuracy and alignment with patient care needs. and confirmed patient information with care staff.
- Evaluated water quality parameters to meet safety standards before each dialysis procedure.
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
- Cleaned and disinfected equipment and treatment areas according to clinic protocols, maintaining a sterile environment.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
Assistant Teacher
Redmond Learning Center
Redmond, Oregon
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Facilitated small group activities in reading, art, and math to promote individualized learning and skill development.
- Supported lesson preparation, organized learning centers, and set up activities to enhance student engagement.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Monitored children during playtime, transitions, and outdoor activities
- Reinforced classroom rules, safety practices, and positive behavior
- Encouraged children's development and participation in activities through positive interactions, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.
- Ensured safety and order in learning environment
- Maintained clean, welcoming learning environments for children and staff
- Prepared materials, supplies, and organized classroom spaces
Education
High School Diploma -
Redmond Proficiency Academy
Redmond, OR05-2016
Skills
- Clinical equipment operation
- Machine calibration
- Equipment repair
- Preventive maintenance
- Water systems
- Equipment validation
- Safety compliance
- Service documentation
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
Certification
- 2008 Series Level 1 Dialysis System Field Technical Training Class
- 2008 Troubleshooting Hemodialysis System 2024 Field Technical Training Class
- 2008 Series 2 Dialysis System Field Technical Training Class
- In-Service and Technical Training for Water and CWP MarCor Purification
Timeline
Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
06.2022 - Current
Biomedical Technician
DaVita
10.2019 - 06.2022
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
10.2017 - 10.2019
Assistant Teacher
Redmond Learning Center
07.2016 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Redmond Proficiency Academy