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Field Service Technician

Address: Remote

Job ID: R0244033

Location Type: Remote

Job Overview

Fresenius Medical Care serves around 292,000 dialysis patients worldwide and provides products in more than 140 countries. We are a vertically integrated medical technology (MedTech) and healthcare service company made up of three operating segments: Care Delivery, Value-Based Care, and Care Enablement. This structure allows us to provide the full spectrum of healthcare services, systems, devices, technologies, products, and pharmaceuticals to deliver high-quality care to people living with kidney disease.

A healthcare worker in protective clothing holds hands and smiles at an older patient receiving medical treatment, while another patient sits nearby in a clinic setting.

Job Description


Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Meets or exceeds service needs for all applicable company manufacturing and/or distributed equipment within the assigned region(s).  Manages the Water System products to ensure service operations within the assigned function(s) are in compliance with company policies, procedures and standards.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of Water System products; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways.
  • Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.  
  • Receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
  • Acts as a subject matter expert in providing high level field support for all Water System products.
  • Maintain required documentation flow and processing for product complaints.
  • At the direction of supervisor may performs on-site inspections of installations upon completion of work.  Audits installation for compliance with accepted practice and manufacturer's standards as provided.
  • Provides high level technical support to the Technical Services work group.
  • Provide expertise to Customers on ordering of spare parts for servicing and repairing equipment.
  • May provide Technical education as part of a cross functional role.
  • Handle various confidential patient and/or health information in compliance with company policies and procedures, HIPAA and other regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor service inventory to ensure data accuracy and integrity while minimizing write-offs.
  • May provide assistance to junior level staff with more complex tasks that require a higher level of understanding of functions.
  • May escalate issues to supervisor/manager for resolution, as deemed necessary.
  • Mentor other staff as applicable.
  • Assist with various projects as assigned by a direct supervisor.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations.  See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • Exposure to blood borne pathogens and/or hazardous materials possible.
    • Routinely life and/or move up to 70 pounds.
  • Moderate level of travel may be required.

SUPERVISION:

  • None

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electronics or Bio-Medical Engineering; or equivalent experience and education preferred; Advanced Degree desirable

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • 5 - 8 years' related experience or a Bachelor's degree with 3 years' experience; or equivalent directly related work experience.
  • A minimum of five years' experience in the Water Treatment Field as a Technician preferred.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and project planning processes
  • Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and email applications.
  • Excellent customer service skills to successfully handle confidential information with a high level of professionalism, discretion and tact.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Meets or exceeds service needs for all applicable company manufacturing and/or distributed equipment within the assigned region(s).  Manages the Water System products to ensure service operations within the assigned function(s) are in compliance with company policies, procedures and standards.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of Water System products; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways.
  • Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.  
  • Receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
  • Acts as a subject matter expert in providing high level field support for all Water System products.
  • Maintain required documentation flow and processing for product complaints.
  • At the direction of supervisor may performs on-site inspections of installations upon completion of work.  Audits installation for compliance with accepted practice and manufacturer's standards as provided.
  • Provides high level technical support to the Technical Services work group.
  • Provide expertise to Customers on ordering of spare parts for servicing and repairing equipment.
  • May provide Technical education as part of a cross functional role.
  • Handle various confidential patient and/or health information in compliance with company policies and procedures, HIPAA and other regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor service inventory to ensure data accuracy and integrity while minimizing write-offs.
  • May provide assistance to junior level staff with more complex tasks that require a higher level of understanding of functions.
  • May escalate issues to supervisor/manager for resolution, as deemed necessary.
  • Mentor other staff as applicable.
  • Assist with various projects as assigned by a direct supervisor.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations.  See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • Exposure to blood borne pathogens and/or hazardous materials possible.
    • Routinely life and/or move up to 70 pounds.
  • Moderate level of travel may be required.

SUPERVISION:

  • None

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electronics or Bio-Medical Engineering; or equivalent experience and education preferred; Advanced Degree desirable

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • 5 - 8 years' related experience or a Bachelor's degree with 3 years' experience; or equivalent directly related work experience.
  • A minimum of five years' experience in the Water Treatment Field as a Technician preferred.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and project planning processes
  • Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and email applications.
  • Excellent customer service skills to successfully handle confidential information with a high level of professionalism, discretion and tact.

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.


If your location allows for pay/benefit transparency, please click the link below to request further information on this position. Pay Transparency Request Form (smartsheet.com)


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 and potential for performance-based  bonuses depending


Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.


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Connection in every step.

Our Offerings

We are committed to your total well-being.

We want to help you thrive and are committed to an equitable workplace that fuels individual success and our company's growth. With tailored healthcare, wellness programs, training, and consistent support, our programs ensure you have the resources to be your best self at work and at home.

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