Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) - Per Diem

Satellite Healthcare • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

As a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following Satellite policies and procedures per their state Scope of Practice, safely and efficiently. They will be the first team member to meet and greet patients on the treatment floor. Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technicians at Satellite are compelled to make the patients feel comfortable once they enter our centers and throughout the course of their treatment. The Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician will advocate for patients while they are at the unit, and effectively communicate with other team members any information pertinent to delivering quality care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. certificate, or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of active hemodialysis patient care experience as a certified hemodialysis technician.
• BONENT (CHT)/NNCC (CCHT)/NNCO (CCNT) certification (per state regulations).
• California Department of Public Health CHT certification (required only for CA locations).
• Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA.
• Comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.
• Ability to distinguish all primary colors.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Meet and greet patients on the treatment floor.
• Make patients feel comfortable during their treatment.
• Advocate for patients while they are at the unit.
• Communicate effectively with team members regarding patient care.

Benefits

• Formal and informal opportunities for professional growth.
• Wide range of opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED