Dialysis Technician/Certified Hemodialysis Technician – NE Clinic – CHT
About The Position
The Hemodialysis Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member to meet patient and family care needs within the Mayo Clinic Dialysis Services (MCDS) system. Under the supervision of the RN, is responsible for providing assistance in the provision of dialysis services through multiple roles. These roles include but are not limited to: direct patient care and observations, basic hemodialysis techniques and procedures, equipment maintenance, water treatment monitoring, vascular access monitoring, cleaning and disinfection of the hemodialysis machine, drawing blood samples and preparing them for transport, and performing both simple and complex laboratory tests and the required quality controls. Participation in quality improvement activities to maintain patient care standards is also expected. The Hemodialysis Technician carries out designated skills that are within these functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel, as written into the policies and procedures of Mayo Clinic. The Dialysis Technician is responsible for providing specialized care for patients undergoing dialysis at Mayo Clinic. The Tech works with a Registered Nurse to provide basic dialysis care, including starting and stopping treatment, caring for patients during treatment, and maintaining dialysis equipment to ensure patient safety. The Dialysis Technician will perform other tasks as delegated by the RN or supervisor, which may include additional patient care tasks and supply inventory management. These responsibilities require attention to detail and the ability to follow written instructions. The Dialysis Technician is an integral member of the health care team in dialysis.
Responsibilities
- Direct patient care and observations
- Basic hemodialysis techniques and procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Water treatment monitoring
- Vascular access monitoring
- Cleaning and disinfection of the hemodialysis machine
- Drawing blood samples and preparing them for transport
- Performing both simple and complex laboratory tests and the required quality controls
- Participation in quality improvement activities to maintain patient care standards
- Starting and stopping treatment
- Caring for patients during treatment
- Maintaining dialysis equipment to ensure patient safety
- Additional patient care tasks and supply inventory management
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
