Ronald Nichols
Phone: 267-***-****
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Email: ******@*******.***
Biomedical Technician
A top-performing Biomedical Technician with expertise in the installation,
operation, repair and maintenance of Dialysis machines. Strong technology
skills with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and provide successful
resolutions. Aggressively control costs by providing excellent time
management skills and reducing third party service calls. Perceptive
ability to troubleshoot and maintain the overall performance of medical
equipment with specialized skills in calibrations, soldering, de-soldering,
modifying circuitry and components.
Areas of Expertise
Budgetary Controls RMs for Medical Equipment Time Management and
High-Level Technical Service Admission
Proficiency Troubleshooting Expert knowledge of
Strategic Cross- Communications Dialysis Machines
Planning/Analysis
Professional Experience
Davita Dialysis Center, Philadelphia, PA 2011 -
Present
Biomedical Technician
A biomedical technician responsible for the daily preventative maintenance
and troubleshooting of 45 specialized dialysis machines in two different
units. Perform necessary disinfection, preventative maintenance, and repair
of Reverse Osmosis Water system, Marcor Bicard Centralized System, and
Fresenius Granuflo systems. Calibrate and repair 3 Renatron II reprocessing
systems and Fresenius 2008K2 systems. Execute monthly maintenance checks on
machines repairing or replacing parts as necessary to make sure the machine
is working according to specifications.
. Develop and maintain relationships through effective and timely
communication.
. Take initiative to resolve and follow up regarding service issues in a
timely manner.
. Conduct trainings with staff regarding specialized equipment.
. Attend CQI and other departmental meetings.
Belmont Court Dialysis, Philadelphia, PA 2006 -
2010
Biomedical Technician
A proactive technician who was held responsible for the operational
condition and maintenance of all specialized medical equipment. Performed
all repair and maintenance activities according to company and department
standard operating procedures in compliance with local, state and federal
regulatory requirements. Calibrated and repaired Cobe C3 Dialysis machines
and Fresenius K2 machines. Disinfected reverse osmosis systems.
. Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and
internal customers.
. Sent out routine cultures of endotoxins and water.
. Performed inventory management.
Fresenius Medical Care, Philadelphia, PA 2004 -
2006
Machine Technician
Skilled in installation, operation, repair and maintenance of Dialysis
machines including Fresenius 2008H and 2008K machines, Ozone, Bicarb mixer,
Acid tanks, and Phoenix meters. Adjust, calibrate, solder, de-solder, and
modify circuitry and components.
. Sent out routine cultures including Endotoxins, Water and AAMI.
. Initiated inventory procedures, ordering, stocking, and distribution
of supplies.
Previous Employers include: Biomed Technician for Davit Dialysis Center and
Chief Technician for Quality Care Dialysis.
Education & Training
Bachelors of Science, Technical Management, Devry University, Chicago, IL,
2014 estimated graduation
Associates of Arts, Electronics, Community College of Philadelphia,
Philadelphia, PA
Certifications
. Fresenius 2008K machine
. Cobe C3 machine
. Renatron II reprocessing machine
. Baxter Tina machine
. Baxter 1550 machine