Equipment Technician Jobs in Louisiana

INTRODUCTION

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 support. DCI offers paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment maintaining vital dialysis equipment in an acute care environment.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chief Dialysis Equipment Technician coordinates clinic technical and building maintenance, including water treatment systems, dialysis machines and other equipment, to ensure patients receive the safest care with the highest-quality outcomes.

Schedule: Fulltime Monday through Friday, shifts start at 8am, on call as needed

Compensation: Pay range from $25-$36 per hour, depending on technical equipment and dialysis experience

Benefits:

- Up to 12 weeks’ paid training
- 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

What You Can Expect:

- Oversee equipment maintenance and repairs per manufacturer and DCI guidelines, as well as AAMI standards
- Educate direct patient care and technical staff on all equipment’s proper use and maintenance, document training
- Ensure technical and direct care staff follow equipment and facility policies and procedures
- Confirm building and equipment maintenance is up to date and in good working order
- Schedule and oversee outside maintenance vendors as needed
- Maintain proper inventory following DCI guidelines
- Perform air quality testing according to clinic policy
- Stay updated on OSHA and other standards to provide a safe workplace
- Coordinate and document routine technical staff meetings
- Participate in on-call duties and be available during emergencies as required
- Attend and present in monthly Quality Assessment Performance Improvement meetings

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrated equipment proficiency
- Desire to collaborate with team members
- Ability to problem solve
- Electronics, plumbing or plant maintenance background

EDUCATION/TRAINING

- Associate degree in biomedical applications or equivalent preferred
- One year related experience in biomedical equipment maintenance and repair required
- Managerial or supervisory experience preferred

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!

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 Accommodations@dciinc.org 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