Dialysis Clinical Technician - Second Avenue 38 Hours/Week

Community Care Services • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Dialysis Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to work in patient care and a passion for helping individuals with kidney disease. As a Clinical Dialysis Technician, you will play a vital role in providing dialysis treatments and ensuring the well-being of our patients. 2nd Avenue Dialysis is a 48-station unit operating three shifts, six days a week handling complex patients from ages 20-90 years old. Many require assistance with mobility devices. Operating hours for patients are 5:00 am - 9:00 pm and team members 4:15 am to 9:00 pm. Employee schedules are made through several shift designs. Patients are medically managed by 9 Nephrologist and 2 Full Time Advanced Practice Practitioners (APP). We have Registered Dietitians and Social Workers plus a Social Worker Tech that helps with concrete patient needs such as transportation or dietary needs. Unit staffing includes a Nurse Manager, 2 Full Time Nursing Supervisors, many Registered Nurses, and Dialysis Clinical Technicians. We have additional support staff of Biomed Techs and Dialysis Assistants overseen by a technical leader.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a dialysis technician training program preferred.
• Certification as a Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) required within 18-months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform dialysis treatments according to prescribed protocols and physician orders.
• Monitor patients during dialysis treatment, assessing vital signs and responding to any changes in condition.
• Set up and operate dialysis machines, including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Administer medications and intravenous fluids as prescribed by the physician.
• Educate patients and their families about dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, and self-care techniques.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records, including documenting treatment activities and patient progress.
• Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and safety standards in the dialysis unit.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge.

Benefits

• Competitive health plan options, including three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan, and an HMO plan.
• Dental and eye care coverage.
• Tuition assistance.
• Family forming benefits.
• Discounts to dozens of businesses.

What This Job Offers

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