The Department of Ambulatory Dialysis at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH Medical Instrumentation Specialist / Dialysis Machine Technician. The successful candidate will:
Prepare and repair Hemodialysis equipment for treatments and use; monitor calibrations of machines, related equipment as per manufactures guidelines:
responsible for maintenance, emergency repairs and servicing of equipment.
disassemble equipment and repair/replace defective parts: reassemble, adjust and calibrate precision components.
perform analysis and isolate of mechanical or electronic malfunctions.
inspect and test equipment and apparatus to insure specified functional qualities.
Perform preventive maintenance and quality control.
Conduct staff teaching and in-services;
cleans and sanitizes equipment using appropriate agents.
Familiarity and knowledge of dialysis water system, DOH regulations and dialysis.
Adhere to internal control established for department.
Collect water samples.
Perform water testing for chlorine.
Mix bicarb bath solution.
Record all work performed such as result of test. diagnosis and repairs.
Demonstrate concerns for cleanliness of self, tools, and work area.
Store and stock equipment safely and clearly dated.
Follows infection control guidelines as per Hemodialysis guidelines.
Ensure compliance with the Department of Health and the manufacture's recommendations for environmental standards.
Transport equipment.
Respond to equipment problems of home patients as needed.
Respond in a timely manner to all duties and task.
Set up bedside machines.
Be available to work on-call shifts as needed.
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma.
Certification in Fresenius H/K/T Machines.
Certification in water treatment.
Experience working with RO system.