Certified Dialysis Tech

University of Mississippi Medical Center•Jackson, MS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position functions under the supervision of an RN/LPN to provide assistance with hemodialysis treatment and renal procedures. The role ensures equipment and instruments are properly functioning during renal procedures, provides basic assistance to the dialysis team, ensures patient comfort, and delivers quality patient care. A key responsibility is ensuring dialysis equipment and instruments are sterilized in accordance with UMMC infection control and regulatory standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) from MDOH (Miss. Department of Health) required.
Employees must be able to discern color differences for water testing.
Dialysis techniques and equipment knowledge.
UMMC infection control and regulatory sterilization standards understanding.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills including effective interaction with dialysis team members.
Team-oriented.

Responsibilities

Maintains inventory of clean and sterilized dialysis equipment, instruments, and supplies in accordance with UMMC and regulatory standards.
Opens and closes facility and maintains supply needs.
Provides basic dialysis support including room set up, sterile field management, handling of specimen and instruments, and room turnover.
Initiates, monitors and discontinues dialysis treatments.
Reports any changes in patient activity to charge nurse.
Assesses the equipment, instrument, and supply needs for dialysis procedures and ensures availability.
Ensures the proper functioning of dialysis instruments, equipment, and supplies during procedures and treatments.
Performs and records physical measurements including weight and vital signs.
Follows infection control policies, OSHA guidelines, and other regulatory requirements in the daily practice in order to assure a safe work environment for self, coworkers, and patients.
Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
Interprets dialysis samples as needed.