Supervisor - Dialysis Technical Operations
GENERAL SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for supervising the overall operation, condition,
maintenance, and repair of all water treatment systems, physical plant infrastructure,
medical equipment, and mechanical/electrical systems across dialysis programs. The
role ensures the safety of patients and staff, compliance with local, state, and federal
regulations, and alignment with organizational standards. The manager also oversees
OSHA compliance and ensures resolution of all regulatory issues. This role plays a
critical part in maintaining the quality of technical operations and environmental
cleanliness across all Greenfield Health Systems facilities.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Customer Service:
• Champion Greenfield Health Systems’ service values and standards.
• Provide outstanding customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships through effective, timely communication.
• Proactively address and resolve customer concerns.
Operational Leadership:
• Manage technical services across all Greenfield locations.
• Collaborate with Regional Administrators to meet operational, financial, and
regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Quality and Education teams on cross-functional initiatives.
• Oversee area financial metrics (maintenance costs, parts, expenses).
• Ensure data accuracy in all systems.
Technical Oversight:
• Supervise repair and maintenance of water treatment systems, dialysis equipment,
ancillary equipment, and physical plants per manufacturer recommendations and
Greenfield policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance and repair activities.
• Manage service parts inventory and ensure timely return of warranty and defective
parts.
• Lead Quality Assessment and Process Improvement (QAPI) efforts.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and federal regulations.
Project Management:
• Collaborate on equipment selection, facility renovations, relocations, and new clinic
openings.
• Conduct technical assessments and oversee vendor service contracts.
• Ensure emergency preparedness plans are in place and accessible.
• Coordinate technical support during emergencies and natural disasters.
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Team Leadership:
• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor all biomedical technicians.
• Provide ongoing coaching, formal performance evaluations, and manage corrective
actions when needed.
• Ensure personnel and training records meet regulatory requirements.
• Lead technical training programs and support direct patient care technical training.
Compliance and Continuous Improvement:
• Keep technical sections of policy and procedure manuals current.
• Implement approved policy and procedure changes.
• Retain technical records per Greenfield’s retention policies.
• Participate in regulatory audits and prepare corrective action plans.
• Manage equipment installation, asset tracking, and capital equipment
recommendations.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree in electronics, biomedical
technology, or equivalent preferred. - Minimum four years of Biomedical experience.
- Minimum four years of experience in an industrial or medical technical setting; OR
three years with an associate degree; OR two years with a bachelor’s degree in a
technical or business field. - Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to use hand tools and small power equipment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and system software.
- Ability to train, develop, and motivate a technical team.
- Must meet Color Blindness test requirements as a condition of employment.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Completion of Biomedical Technician Technical Certification Program within 24
months of hire required. - Industry certifications preferred:
- BONENT, CHT, or NNCO CBNT
- WQA Water Treatment Specialist (WTS)
- AAMI Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET)
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
Benefits
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is
committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to
race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,
weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,
or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.