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Timothy Kennedy

Summary

Dynamic Chief Biomedical Technician with over 3 years experience in biomedical services and over 10 years of experience maintaining farm and ranch equipment, specializing in preventive maintenance and equipment validation. Proven track record in enhancing equipment reliability and reducing downtime through effective troubleshooting. Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills foster collaboration with clinical teams, ensuring optimal patient care and compliance with regulatory standards.

Developed technical and analytical skills in medical environment, with focus on maintaining and repairing complex equipment. Demonstrates problem-solving abilities and capacity to adapt to new challenges. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging technical expertise and detail-focused approach.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Facility and Biomedical Technician

DCI
10.2024 - Current
  • Assisted facility staff in understanding the proper use of biomedical equipment, reducing user error incidents.
  • Performed monthly calibration and verification of biomedical testing equipment.
  • Provided on-call service to facilities at all hours.
  • Analyzed and interpreted schematics and drawings for Dialysis and Facility equipment.
  • Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
  • Evaluated facility operations personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
  • Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular facility inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Conducted machine testing for adverse patient incidents potentially related to machine function.
  • Completed monthly QAPI reports identifying facility and maintenance issues
  • Worked with the interdisciplinary team to identify improvement plans.
  • Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
  • Solicited bids and quotes from vendors for specified maintenance and repair projects.
  • Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
  • Implemented inventory control systems to track supplies effectively, reducing waste while maintaining optimal stock levels.


Biomedical Equipment Technician

DaVita Dialysis Corporation
07.2021 - 10.2024
  • Maintain all Medical equipment and devices used in the delivery of dialysis treatments.
  • Maintain spare parts, inventories and vendor relationships.
  • Factory certified on multiple dialysis water systems and dialysis delivery systems.
  • Troubleshoot complex equipment issues utilizing maintenance documentation, technical support and fellow teammates to solve problems.
  • Follow-up with clinical staff to ensure equipment is problem-free and build staff relationships.
  • Utilize biomedical equipment management software to document and schedule maintenance services, ensuring up to date maintenance is performed.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary facility health meetings to ensure safe and effective treatment of patients.
  • Collaborate with Medical Director and administrative team on quality assurance and root cause analysis.
  • Utilize AAMI standards for dialysis quality water and dialysate quality testing while performing routine laboratory testing and system disinfections.
  • Perform electrical safety testing on all patient-use equipment.
  • Oversee the physical plant and maintain all facility health and safety records, generating work orders collaborating with outside contractors to complete requested work.
  • Train clinical staff on new equipment, provide annual training to experienced staff on water testing and equipment, and provide ongoing technical support.
  • Perform facility safety audits to ensure staff are following proper patient safety policies and procedures.

Cattle Ranch Owner/operator

Self-employed
01.2013 - 07.2021
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Maintained ranch records and documentation.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Installed hydraulic systems
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair of electrica, plumbing and irrigation.
  • Computer troubleshooting and repair.
  • Appliance repair.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Electronic Engineering

Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Building maintenance
  • Planning and scheduling
  • Cost-reduction methods
  • Leadership and supervision
  • Budget administration
  • Operations oversight
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Service contracts management
  • Asset management
  • Equipment installations and maintenance
  • Relationship building

Accomplishments

  • Reduced incidence of unscheduled maintenance by 60% by utilizing root-cause analysis to identify common failure points and improve maintenance practices.

Applications

  • Windows 10
  • Windows 11
  • Mac OS
  • Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Calendar, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams)
  • Workday
  • DCI Proprietary medical and maintenance records software
  • DaVita proprietary biomedical maintenance software
  • ServiceInsight
  • SAP

Timeline

Chief Facility and Biomedical Technician

DCI
10.2024 - Current

Biomedical Equipment Technician

DaVita Dialysis Corporation
07.2021 - 10.2024

Cattle Ranch Owner/operator

Self-employed
01.2013 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Electronic Engineering

Missouri Western State University

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