Certified Dialysis Tech, Hemodialysis

Cincinnati Children's • Greendale, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

To assist the professional staff in the delivery of the hemodialysis treatment for the ESRD patient.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
• Dialysis Technician Certification by a state or national certification program
• Ohio Dialysis Technician License

Responsibilities

• Performs and monitors dialysis procedures under the delegation of the Medical Director of Dialysis and direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Sets up, dismantles, and monitors dialysis machines and systems.
• Monitors dialysis machines and RO water system for correct functioning, responds to visual and audible alarms and makes appropriate adjustments before, during, and after the dialysis treatment.
• Dismantles, cleans, and disinfects dialysis machines and equipment according to CCHMC policies and procedures.
• Ensures that within the division, all areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for patients, families, visitors, and employees.
• Ensures that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for employees, patients and families.
• Complies with Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Adheres to safety procedures appropriate to children's ages and development levels.
• Demonstrates fiscal responsibility and accountability with respect to patient charges and Cincinnati Children's charge capture.
• Performs duties related to charging and reconciling charges as assigned.
• Demonstrates the Cincinnati Children's CARES behaviors in all interactions with patients, families, visitors and co-workers by actively participating as a front-line example of extraordinary customer service and satisfaction.
• Reports present status or changes in patient condition on an ongoing basis and in change of shift summary.
• Completes timely documentation of information in the patient medical record.
• Seeks information and guidance when needed.
• Discusses concerns of work situation with Manager or designee.
• Responds to communication system/patient alarms and executes with a sense of urgency.
• Answers the telephone in accordance with CCHMC telephone etiquette.
• Assembles charts, orders patient supplies, and stocks clerical supplies.
• Proactively reviews and reports inventories and supply shortages to manager.

Benefits

• Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED