• Biomedical Equipment Technician

    Fresenius Medical Center (Washington, DC)


    PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair dialysis machines, ancillary equipment, and water treatment systems.

    + Perform plant maintenance and ensure vendor services are completed per contract.

    + Manage service parts and medical supply inventory, including ordering, receiving, and transport between clinics.

    + Collect, test, and analyze water/dialysate samples; perform trend analysis to ensure system compliance and safety.

    + Document all repairs, maintenance, and technical activities accurately.

    + Assist with planning and installation of biomedical equipment to ensure safe and effective operation.

    + Provide training and verify staff competency in water system testing and documentation.

    + Support regulatory and OSHA compliance; participate in technical and compliance meetings.

    + Complete required technical training and certifications.

    + Provide scheduled after-hours/on-call technical coverage as assigned.

    EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

    + High school diploma or GED

    + Valid driver’s license (state of residence)

    + Completion of Fresenius Biomedical Technician training within 24 months of hire

    + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and move large/bulky equipment safely (with required tools)

    + Comfortable with frequent bending, walking, and standing for long periods

    + Manual dexterity; able to use hand tools and small power equipment

    + Willingness to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts

    + Ability to work in environments with chemicals, infectious materials, and high-voltage equipment (PPE provided)

    + Ishihara Color Blindness Test required (accommodations considered if not passed)

    + Must pass/maintain drug-free workplace requirements

    + Background in mechanical, automotive, construction, dialysis, or other technical/medical settings

    + Collaborative, independent, analytical, self-motivated, mechanically inclined

    + Strong verbal and written communication skills

    + Desire to keep learning and growing in the role

    About this role:

    As a Biomedical Technician with Fresenius Medical Care, you will maintain and repair medical and water treatment equipment within our kidney care clinics. You will also train and educate colleagues on operational maintenance of our dialysis machines to ensure the safety of our dialysis patients, as well as manage the medical supplies required. No prior experience is required — comprehensive training will be provided. We are looking for motivated self-starters who can work independently, communicate effectively, and are eager to grow in a vital healthcare support role.

     

    **How you grow or advance in your career:** We believe in encouraging our employees to achieve their full potential by offering opportunities for advancement. We have a Biomedical Technician specific career ladder with three potential levels of Biomedical Technician role as well as a leadership path from Area Technical Operations Manager, Regional Technical Operations Manager, and Senior Director Technical Services, overseen by a Vice President of Technical Services and supported by Corporate Biomedical Support Managers.

     

    The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

     

    Hourly Rate: $22.00 - $36.00

     

    Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.

     

    EOE, disability/veterans