Dialysis Tech 1, Inpatient Dialysis
About The Position
The Dialysis Tech 1 provides ongoing surveillance of dialysis machines, the water system, and unit supplies, and participates in patient care under the direction of the R.N. The role prioritizes, organizes, and delivers patient and technical care as delegated by a CP/RN; assesses patients before and during dialysis; and performs and documents 30-minute patient checks. The technician supports patient and family teaching, maintains department supplies, performs unit opening and closing duties and reuse procedures, and follows cost-efficient supply and linen practices and patient charge-capture procedures. The position also assesses water-system and dialysis-machine readiness, performs related technical duties under the direction of the Dialysis Technician 2 and Manager, and reports equipment problems for repair. The technician responds to call lights and patient needs, communicates with the healthcare team, and performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE), or completion of a CHS-approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate.
- At least one year of medical experience, such as CNA, EMT, phlebotomy, or equivalent.
- Current California Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certification.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Nice To Haves
- Two years of college with coursework in science, medical electronics, or health science.
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) certification.
Responsibilities
- Prioritizes, organizes, and delivers patient and technical care in a timely manner as delegated by CP/RN.
- Assesses patient condition before dialysis and during treatment; performs 30-minute checks and documents changes in condition.
- Interacts with the healthcare team to support and reinforce patient and family teaching plans.
- Assists in planning department maintenance and helps ensure adequate supplies.
- Performs technical duties related to opening and closing the unit and reuse procedures.
- Uses supplies and linen cost-efficiently and follows established patient charge-capture procedures.
- Identifies potential problems, plans preventive interventions, and reports potential equipment problems to the Dialysis Technician 2.
- Assesses water-system and dialysis-machine readiness and performs related technical duties under the direction of the Dialysis Technician 2 and Manager.
- Detects water or machine-system difficulties, recognizes faulty or inoperable equipment, and reports it to the Dialysis Technician 2 for immediate repair.
- Answers unit call lights, responds to patient needs, or communicates those needs to the appropriate healthcare-team member.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free continuing education and certification.
- Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships.
- Vacation time accrues starting on Day 1 and increases with seniority.
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions.
- Food options with on-demand ordering.
- Free parking and electric vehicle charging.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
