OSARETIN AIRHUOYUWA
New Rochelle,NY
Summary
Working in the health service industry as a Biomedical Technician, and utilizing skills to provide technical assistance on the usage, maintenance of hemodialysis equipment, water systems and all other related services. I am a Certified Biomedical Technician(CHBT) and Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) and ), and I have completed all LMS modules training and certifications necessary to become Biomedical Technician II.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Bronx Centers Healthcare
12.2018 - Current
- Enhanced equipment performance by conducting thorough preventive maintenance on biomedical devices.
- Performed preventive maintenance for medical equipment.
- Provided validation, inspection, repairs and maintenance on clinical biomedical equipment.
- Installed, calibrated and monitored Fresenius hemodialysis machines .
- Installed Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems for new and existing dialysis clinics
- Conduct staff in-service re correct usage of hemodialysis machines & use of the reverse Osmosis (RO) system
- Diagnosed cause of problems and completed repairs.
- Maintained proper care and storage of diagnostic tools and equipment and tracked inventory.
- Streamlined inventory management, maintaining accurate records of all medical equipment repairs and replacements.
- Trained staff on proper operation of equipment as well as initial troubleshooting techniques.
- Supported facility expansion projects by effectively coordinating the installation of advanced biomedical equipment.
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
- Documented service and repair procedures accurately and completely and submitted monthly reports to manager.
- Documented information regarding installations, repairs and inventory checks.
- Expedited resolution of technical challenges with keen attention to detail during diagnostics and root cause analysis processes.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Delivered comprehensive training sessions for clinical staff on the use and maintenance of newly acquired medical devices.
- Reduced downtime by promptly responding to service calls and efficiently resolving technical issues in the field.
- Leveraged strong relationships with manufacturers to expedite warranty claims processing when necessary.
- Responded to customer requests for service and repairs within 1 hour.
- Minimized risk of malfunctions through rigorous quality control measures applied during routine equipment inspections.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by keeping medical equipment well-maintained, ensuring uninterrupted access to vital care services.
- Established clear communication channels with vendors, enabling swift resolution of parts supply issues.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for seamless integration of new technology into healthcare facilities.
- Improved patient safety by routinely inspecting and calibrating essential medical equipment for optimal functionality.
- Researched catalogs and parts lists to locate components for repairs.
- Checked facility's structural environment to assess for electrical, mechanical, and other safety hazards.
Biomedical Technician
Geripro Biomedical Dialysis Management
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Performs timely routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities to dialysis equipment and water treatment systems and as required and recommended by the manufacturer and established company policy and procedures, including maintaining aesthetics of the equipment and water room
- Participates in preventive maintenance of all ancillary devices assuring it follows manufacturer’s recommendations and in compliance with company policies and procedures, industry standards and local, state and federal regulatory requirements
- Performs water/dialysate sample collection and processing and reviews and participates in evaluation and reporting of quality results per applicable policies and procedures
- Documents all daily, weekly, monthly repair and maintenance activity/repairs per applicable policies and/or procedures
- Updates project tracking or other company tracking/documentation systems as assigned
- Participates in monthly Technical CQI/QAI process, assisting with the analysis, assembly and assimilation of information and data and contributing in technical discussion, including reporting outcomes and creating and implementing improvement plans approved by supervisor
- Reviews water system documentation to verify compliance (i.e
- Readings are within parameters)
- Performs daily, weekly, and monthly trend analysis on the water system, anticipating appropriate action to assure system functions as designed
- Identifies instances where company policy and procedures are not being met including escalation of issues to next level management
- Must obtain and maintain water treatment equipment qualification by completing Annual Water Training
- Supports clinical education by administering return demonstrations during Annual Water Training
- Maintain current required certifications
- Monitors and reviews patient care staff’s technique for testing water system, assuring tests and documentation meet policy and comply with manufacturer’s specifications for the devices and test equipment used
- Attends and successfully completes all technical training programs required by state/federal regulations and company policy.
- Assisted dialysis staff in understanding the proper use of biomedical equipment, reducing user error incidents.
- Assisted hospital staff in understanding the proper use of biomedical equipment, reducing user error incidents.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- 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.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict quality control procedures during equipment inspections.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, prioritizing patient care while troubleshooting malfunctioning devices.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing routine maintenance and calibration on medical devices.
- Trained staff on proper operation of equipment as well as initial troubleshooting techniques.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new medical equipment protocols.
- Installed Reverse Osmosis (RO) system and performed monthly, quarterly and yearly calibrations .
- Reduced device downtime through efficient troubleshooting and repair of biomedical equipment.
- 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.
- Contributed to the development of training materials for new hires as well as ongoing educational resources for veteran technicians within the team.
- Responded to customer requests for service and repairs within 1 hour.
- Communicated effectively with manufacturers during the procurement process, ensuring timely delivery of necessary parts for repairs and installations.
- Maintained proper care and storage of diagnostic tools and equipment and tracked inventory.
Biomedical Technician II
Fresenius Medical Care
05.2014 - 12.2018
- Performs timely routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities to dialysis equipment and water treatment systems and as required and recommended by the manufacturer and established company policy and procedures, including maintaining aesthetics of the equipment and water room
- Coordinates and completes scheduled and unscheduled routine repair and maintenance of physical plant by company approved vendors
- Participates in preventive maintenance of all ancillary devices assuring it follows manufacturer’s recommendations and in compliance with company policies and procedures, industry standards and local, state and federal regulatory requirements
- Purchases and maintains an inventory of service parts using approved sources and ensures RGA and warranty parts are returned in a timely manner
- Performs water/dialysate sample collection and processing and reviews and participates in evaluation and reporting of quality results per applicable policies and procedures
- Documents all daily, weekly, monthly repair and maintenance activity/repairs per applicable policies and/or procedures
- Updates project tracking or other company tracking/documentation systems as assigned
- Participates in monthly Technical CQI/QAI process, assisting with the analysis, assembly and assimilation of information and data and contributing in technical discussion, including reporting outcomes and creating and implementing improvement plans approved by supervisor
- Collaborates with facility staff to ensure all regulatory and OSHA requirements are met
- Reviews water system documentation to verify compliance (i.e
- Readings are within parameters)
- Performs daily, weekly, and monthly trend analysis on the water system, anticipating appropriate action to assure system functions as designed
- Identifies instances where company policy and procedures are not being met including escalation of issues to next level management
- Participates in managing Program’s Medical Supply Inventory by managing par values, making sure program has the correct inventory to support the patient treatments, performing physical inventory counts and generating a physical inventory report
- Obtain and maintain water treatment equipment qualification by completing Annual Water Training
- Supports clinical education by administering return demonstrations during Annual Water Training
- Monitors and reviews patient care staff’s technique for testing water system, assuring tests and documentation meet policy and comply with manufacturer’s specifications for the devices and test equipment used
- Attends and successfully completes all technical training programs required by state/federal regulations and company policy.
Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Contributed to high-quality patient care by consistently adhering to facility policies and procedures, as well as regulatory guidelines.
- Maintained a clean, sterile, and organized environment for optimal patient health and infection control.
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly reporting any changes to nursing staff.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being through active listening, empathy, and encouragement throughout their treatment journey.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills through effective communication with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other team members.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the clinic by participating in quality assurance initiatives and staff development programs.
- Boosted patient satisfaction scores by consistently addressing concerns or questions in a timely manner.
- Assisted with the accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records.
- Assisted in reducing hospitalization rates for dialysis patients by contributing to a proactive approach in identifying potential complications.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas and grafts to prevent infection.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician
Mount Vernon Dialysis LLP
09.2012 - 01.2014
- Contributed to high-quality patient care by consistently adhering to facility policies and procedures, as well as regulatory guidelines.
- Maintained a clean, sterile, and organized environment for optimal patient health and infection control.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Benin
Benin City, Edo State07.2002
West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination -
Blessing Foundation Secondary School
Benin City, Edo State07.1996
Skills
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Preventive Equipment Maintenance
- Medical Device Repair
- Installations and repairs
Certification
- Mar Cor Certified CWP RO technician, 05/2019
- Certified Hemodialysis Biomedical Technician (CHBT) Bonent, 02/2017
- Fresenius Biomed 2 Training/Certification, 05/2017
- Fresenius Level 1 Machines Certification, 09/2014
- Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) Bonent, 09/2013
- Mar Cor Portable R.O training, 11/2014
- Trained in Cisco Networking Equipments(CCNA), 06/2008
References
References are available upon request.
Timeline
Biomedical Equipment Technician
Bronx Centers Healthcare
12.2018 - Current
Biomedical Technician
Geripro Biomedical Dialysis Management
01.2017 - 12.2018
Biomedical Technician II
Fresenius Medical Care
05.2014 - 12.2018
Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
10.2013 - 05.2014
Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician
Mount Vernon Dialysis LLP
09.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Benin
West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination -
Blessing Foundation Secondary School
- Mar Cor Certified CWP RO technician, 05/2019
- Certified Hemodialysis Biomedical Technician (CHBT) Bonent, 02/2017
- Fresenius Biomed 2 Training/Certification, 05/2017
- Fresenius Level 1 Machines Certification, 09/2014
- Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) Bonent, 09/2013
- Mar Cor Portable R.O training, 11/2014
- Trained in Cisco Networking Equipments(CCNA), 06/2008
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