Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.

• Perform electrical safety checks on dialysis machines and related equipment.
• Collect samples of RO water and dialysate for microbiology testing according to protocol.
• Collect water samples for AAMI analysis testing according to protocol.
• Perform and document safety checks, disinfection, and calibration of dialysis and water treatment equipment per manufacturer and regulatory guidelines.
• Implement disinfection of the RO system, distribution system, hemodialysis machines, central bicarbonate system, and mixing tank according to protocol.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment as recommended by the manufacturer.
• Repair, calibrate, test, clean, and disinfect dialysis machines, water distribution loops, and ROs according to protocol.
• Maintain established preventative maintenance programs and required support documentation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records for the facility’s equipment.
• Ensure all contracts and contacts are ready for the emergency repair of the clinic’s equipment and mechanical systems.
• Assist with purchasing as needed: place orders and perform weekly and month-end inventory counts.
• Prepare the bicarbonate solution according to the protocol. Prepare the acid concentrate solution according to the protocol.
• Address physical environment issues that could impact patient and staff safety.
• Procure quotes from reputable and approved contractors to address issues related to the physical environment.
• Provide education through comprehensive instruction manuals and ensure equipment operation adheres to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Complete initial and annual technical training on clinical staff as required.
• Perform in-service training and instruct clinical staff in the use and care of equipment and answer questions.
• Promote Values of Excellence, Partnership, Inclusion, and Compassion; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Address inquiries or concerns effectively.
• Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.
• Present technical summaries in QAPI meetings.
• Perform duties as assigned to meet the clinic’s patient care or operational needs.
• Carry out responsibilities at all times within the limitations established by USRC company policy, procedures, and Saudi laws and regulations.
• Acquaint with all emergency equipment and emergency operational procedures.
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned.

Qualifications Requirements:

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related field is required.

Experience Requirements:

Three (3) years of experience in biomedical engineering, preferably in a dialysis or hospital setting.

Other Requirements:

Certified accredited member of the Saudi Council of Engineers.

Saudi Commission for Health Specialties Licensure as Biomedical Engineering – Medical Devices Specialist.

Passed color vision or color blindness test.