Dialysis Biomed Technician

Overview

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.

The Biomed Technician ensures equipment and supplies used in all areas of the facility are properly functioning and safe for use.  The equipment technician ensures the physical plant is properly maintained.  

Schedule: Full-time, five 8-hour shifts starting at 7:30am; Sundays off; no overnight shifts

Compensation: Pay range starting at $20.50+ per hour, depending on healthcare experience

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life and long-term disability insurance provided at no additional expense to employee
• Paid time off (PTO) including holidays
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave
• Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Among others

Responsibilities

What You Can Expect:

• Repair, calibrate, and maintain dialysis delivery equipment used in-center to ensure proper functioning and safety.  May also help in the hospital services program, and with home therapies dialysis.
• Provides routine maintenance and repair of water systems in-center and in the patient home.
• Is knowledgeable of and follows AAMI standards for water safety and for reprocessing.
• Documents repairs and maintenance according to DCI and clinic policy.  Is thorough, timely, accurate and legible in documentation.
• Performs and documents air quality testing and takes appropriate actions.
• Performs inventory functions as assigned, following DCI procedures.
• Knows and follows procedures relating to hazardous chemical use, storage and disposal.
• Knows and follows procedures relating to medical waste storage and disposal.
• Strictly observes infection control and safety procedures.
• Responsible for completion of minor building maintenance.
• Participates in and supports clinic quality improvement activities and risk management program.

Qualifications

Successful Candidates Bring:

• Excellent communication skills
• Desire to collaborate with care teams
• Ability to problem solve

Education/Training:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One to three months biomed technician experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must successfully complete assigned manufacturer training courses within 12 months.

DCI’s Differentiator:Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we’re hiring in a clinic near you! www.dciinc.jobs

DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.  If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at [email protected] or 615-327-3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.

For more information about equal opportunity please see: 

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf;

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf;

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf; and

https://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/basic-page/node-3788/employeerightsposter-8-5x11.pdf.

Security Roles and Responsibilities can be reviewed at: https://www.dciinc.org/security-roles