Loralie Vega
San Antonio
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in biomedical equipment technology and quality assurance processes. Expertise in troubleshooting, diagnostics, and maintaining FDA compliance, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Biomed Technician
Avobus Medical Equipment
East Rochester
12.2017 - 12.2022
- Performed repair and refurbishment of used medical equipment for resale, including defibs, IV pumps, patient monitors, EKGs, and vital signs monitors, ensuring equipment met quality standards.
- Managed inventory of medical equipment and consumables, verified packing slip accuracy, prepared and shipped orders, and provided customer support for an internet-based company.
- Maintained and repaired medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to address equipment-related concerns.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on medical devices.
Quality Technician / Supplier Quality Technician
Carestream Health
Canandaigua
03.2014 - 10.2016
- Operated precision measuring instruments, electronic testing devices, microscopy equipment (OGP) CMM.
- Inspected and tested incoming parts and outgoing finished products against critical specifications, using GD&T, for quality and performance in a medical manufacturing facility.
- Managed documentation in collaboration with engineering to ensure FDA compliance.
- With input and feedback from operations and engineering, wrote and updated inspection procedures and SOPs.
- Collaborated with purchasing, engineering, and suppliers to resolve discrepant materials, writing corrective actions for non-conformances and completing CAPAs and NCMRs.
- Communicated fluently in English and Spanish to support diverse teams and clients.
- Applied strong analytical and technical skills to troubleshoot and solve complex problems.
- Maintained cleanroom standards to ensure contamination-free environments for production.
- Applied statistics and quality control methods, including gage R&R and SPC, to effectively monitor and enhance process quality.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and Kaizen methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints, and CAD drawings to support project execution.
- Applied knowledge of applicable industry standards to ensure compliance in projects.
- Operated various database programs and suites to support data collection and reporting.
Biomedical Equipment Technician
University of Rochester Medical Center (Strong)
Rochester
02.2012 - 07.2013
- Troubleshot and repaired medical devices and electronic equipment, including ventilators, infusion pumps, air-oxygen blenders, patient monitoring, NICU equipment, defibrillators, lab equipment, telemetry, OR towers, tables, beds, ESUs, ensuring optimal functionality and safety.
- Maintained high service quality and safety standards, contributing to enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Developed inspection procedures and updated documentation to ensure precise equipment maintenance history.
Biomedical Equipment Technician II
Foremost Equipment
East Rochester
02.2008 - 02.2012
- Executed repairs, refurbishments, updates, upgrades, and preventive maintenance on medical equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and compliance with safety standards.
- Provided comprehensive technical phone support to customers, resolving issues efficiently and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Maintained detailed equipment records and developed repair and inspection procedures, improving operational consistency and reliability.
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Trimedx Healthcare Equipment Services
Lewiston
01.2006 - 05.2007
- Provided preventive maintenance, repairs, and updates while coordinating with 3rd party and OEM FSEs at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital and Lakeside Memorial Hospital to ensure operational readiness of medical equipment.
- Participated in on-call rotation, supporting biomedical equipment across 5 hospitals throughout Western NY to maintain service continuity.
- Maintained JCAHO accredited medical equipment management program independently as primary technician for general medical equipment, ensuring compliance and safety standards were met.
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Zoetek Medical
Victor
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Maintained, troubleshot, installed, repaired, updated, and calibrated medical and lab equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Executed on-site maintenance and repairs, including emergency calls, ensuring operational readiness of medical equipment.
- Served as Field Service Engineer across upstate NY and north PA, delivering technical support in diverse healthcare settings.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Biomedical Equipment Technology
Texas State Technical College
Harlingen, TX01-2002
Skills
- Measuring Instruments and Testing & Diagnostic Analyzers
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Quality Control
- Hardware installation
- Schematic Reading
- Blueprint
- CAD Interpretation
- Knowledge of Applicable Standards
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma Methodologies
- 5S
- Kaizen
- SPC
- Gage R&R
- Strong Analytical and Technical Skills
- Proficiency with Hand and Power Tools
- Microsoft Office
- Bilingual - English / Spanish
- Multiple Database Programs and Suites
- Cleanroom Procedures
- Statistics
References and Non-Relevant Work History
- References available upon request.
- Resume Reflects Most Relevant and Applicable Job History.
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Timeline
Senior Biomed Technician
Avobus Medical Equipment
12.2017 - 12.2022
Quality Technician / Supplier Quality Technician
Carestream Health
03.2014 - 10.2016
Biomedical Equipment Technician
University of Rochester Medical Center (Strong)
02.2012 - 07.2013
Biomedical Equipment Technician II
Foremost Equipment
02.2008 - 02.2012
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Trimedx Healthcare Equipment Services
01.2006 - 05.2007
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Zoetek Medical
01.2004 - 01.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Biomedical Equipment Technology
Texas State Technical College