Taylor Hayes
Augusta,GA
Summary
Accomplished Biomedical Technician with a proven track record at Fresenius Medical Care NA, excelling in preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting. Leveraged expertise in biomedical research and quality control analysis to enhance device reliability and patient safety. Renowned for exceptional problem-solving abilities and fostering positive relationships with clinical staff, significantly reducing device downtime.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough evaluations of newly acquired medical equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
- Performed preventative maintenance on a variety of biomedical devices, prolonging their operational lifespan.
- Diagnosed cause of problems and completed repairs.
- 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.
- 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.
- Inspected, tested and calibrated medical equipment before installing.
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided validation, inspection, repairs and maintenance on clinical biomedical equipment.
- Instructed healthcare staff about use and care of biomedical equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance schedules, conducted performance tests and repaired product malfunctions.
- Supported patient diagnosis and treatment by installing, calibrating and repairing biomedical equipment.
- Performed urgent device corrections and biomedical equipment recalls.
- 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.
CCHT
Fresenius Medical Care NA
01.2020 - Current
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Assessed patients'' physical and emotional well-being before and after treatments, adjusting care plans accordingly for optimal outcomes.
- Completed dialysis machine and equipment setup prior to patient treatment and performed safety tests to verify readiness.
- Responded to dialysis-related emergency situations under nurse supervision.
- Obtained patient's blood samples via access site or dialysis lines.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Participated in technical and clinical competency reviews to maintain dialysis treatment skill level.
- Reinforced patient and caregiver education to enhance understanding of disease and prescribed treatment protocols.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and adjusted dialysis treatment parameters.
- Disinfected dialysis station, equipment and chairs after completion of each patient treatment.
- Followed prescribed infection control protocols and wore personal protective equipment to minimize contamination risk.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, earning their trust through consistent professionalism and genuine empathy.
- Promoted a positive clinic atmosphere by engaging with patients during treatments, addressing questions or concerns as they arose.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of contamination and ensuring patient safety.
- Educated patients and their families on kidney disease management, empowering them to take an active role in their care.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism at all times, upholding the highest standards of patient care and confidentiality.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by providing detailed handoffs to incoming staff members regarding patient status updates or changes in treatment plans.
- Utilized electronic health record systems proficiently for thorough documentation of patient information and treatment details.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
Education
GED -
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA06.2012
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Biomedical Research
- Equipment Validation
- Quality Control Analysis
- Documenting service tickets
- Inventory Counts
- Medical Device Repair
- Installations and repairs
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- OSHA Regulations
- Equipment Calibration
- Electronics Calibration
Timeline
Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
02.2023 - Current
CCHT
Fresenius Medical Care NA
01.2020 - Current
GED -
Augusta Technical College
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