Biomedical Operations Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Oversee the Biomedical team, encompassing facility projects, biomedical expenses, quality, and team members.

• Manage Biomedical Specialists within the designated Baltimore and DC regions.

• Hire, promote, discipline, support professional growth, and release team members as necessary.

• Monitor and assess direct reports to uphold high performance standards.

• Implement and ensure the completion of orientation, technical training, continuing education, and other educational initiatives.

• Conduct visits to each assigned facility at least semiannually to evaluate technical activities and adherence to policies.

• Ensure annual skills-competency recertification for every Biomedical Specialist.

• Engage in FHM, audits, and state or federal inspections on-site as required.

• Manage equipment, labor costs, biomedical financial and business documentation, and facility reports.

• Review or authorize purchases of parts, tools, testing equipment, and capital assets.

• Formulate staffing plans and advocate for the efficient use of biomedical team members.

• Collaborate with operations to ensure strategic alignment and compliance with team performance.

• Ensure that biomedical-related budgets are met.

• Develop on-call coverage protocols and schedules.

• Guarantee compliance with DaVita policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.

• Assist in troubleshooting and operating dialysis machines, water treatment systems, and ancillary medical devices.

• Enforce policy, procedure, vendor, and product modifications.

• Create emergency and disaster response plans in conjunction with the GBD and DVP.

• Participate in Field Operations Core Team meetings and national Biomedical initiatives.

• Promote trust and open communication across biomedical, operations, and clinical teams.

• Report to the Group Biomed Director.

• Manage approximately 10-12 Biomedical Specialist Technicians and travel 50-75% as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in Dialysis is required.

• At least two (2) years of experience supervising Biomedical Service teams is preferred.

• Strong leadership experience is highly preferred.

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience delivering repair and maintenance services to dialysis facilities.

• Manufacturer’s certification for equipment primarily used in the area is strongly preferred for dialysis machines and facility water systems.

• A valid driver’s license in the state(s)/region of employment; driving record must comply with insurance liability requirements.

• Strong business and organizational capabilities.

• Proficiency in identifying, defining, and resolving issues, along with developing systemic solutions.

• Robust project planning, organizational, and process improvement skills.

• Ability to manage projects to meet designated deadlines.

• Proactive in driving implementations and enhancements.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to teach and deliver concise, impactful presentations.

• Willingness and ability to work additional hours with little or no prior notice when necessary.

• Computer skills adequate for effectively using the Web, Word, and Excel.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) matching.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• PTO cash out option.

• Family support resources.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counseling sessions.

• Access to Headspace®.

• Backup child and elder care services.

• Maternity/paternity leave.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• On-demand virtual leadership and development courses available through StarLearning.

• Competitive overall rewards package.

• Healthcare coverage.