Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Laurel St. Dialysis

Alaska Dialysis•Anchorage, AK

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dialysis Patient Care Technician provides care to adult and geriatric patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) at Laurel St. Dialysis in Anchorage, Alaska. The position is full-time, currently scheduled for three 12-hour shifts and expected to transition to four 9-hour shifts in the future. The clinic is looking for someone to work Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays; the posting also describes flexible scheduling with no set shifts. The technician monitors patients before, during, and after dialysis, prepares dialysis equipment, supports treatment procedures, and helps maintain clinic supplies. Successful completion of the dialysis training program and required competency demonstration is expected within 12 weeks of hire. Benefits begin on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; evidence is required before employment.
CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
Ability to distinguish primary colors, demonstrated by passing the Ishihara Color Vision Test.
Complete the dialysis training program and demonstrate competency within 12 weeks of hire.
Meet CMS-approved national certification requirements within the CMS timeline and maintain certification in current, good standing status.
Flexibility to work most days and times; the posting specifies Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays and describes no set shifts.
Working knowledge of English and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Basic computer skills; proficiency in all clinical applications is required within 90 days of hire.
Ability to organize time and tasks well.
Problem-solving, analytical, and effective communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
Interpersonal skills necessary to work with patients, staff, and others as required.
Ability to multitask efficiently, professionally, and calmly.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Minimum three months of dialysis, phlebotomy, or CNA/PCA experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of three months of dialysis, phlebotomy, or CNA/PCA experience.

Responsibilities

Care for and monitor patients before, during, and after dialysis treatment.
Prepare dialysis machines and their components for treatment.
Transport patients and record their weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate.
Explain the dialysis procedure and operation of the hemodialysis machine to patients before treatment to help alleviate anxiety.
Inspect and clean the access area, including fistulas, grafts, or catheters.
Inspect equipment settings, including pressures, conductivity, and temperature, to ensure they meet safety standards.
Start patient treatment according to physician orders.
Monitor patients for adverse reactions and hemodialysis machines for malfunctions.
Assist with inventory and supply stocking in the dialysis clinic.