Dialysis Technician / Vascular Assistant, Ambulatory Dialysis (Evenings)

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University•Brooklyn, NY

17h

About The Position

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors. Bargaining Unit: UUP Job Summary: The Department of Ambulatory Dialysis at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Dialysis Technician / Vascular Assistant (Evenings). The successful candidate will: Prepare dialysis according to established procedures and the dialysis prescription. Set-up and breakdown of dialysis machine before and after treatment. Prepare, clean and maintain a safe environment for patients and staff. Test and monitor dialysis machine functions, including alarms, conductivity, PH, and temperature. Set monitors and alarms according to unit and manufacturer protocols. Obtain and document pre- and post- dialysis vital signs, weight and temperature. Inspect the patients dialysis access and initiate and terminate dialysis according to unit protocols and patient prescription. Document treatment parameters and communicate patient condition and issues to RN. Measure and adjust blood flow rates according to established protocols and patients prescription. Calculate and adjust fluid removal rates according to established protocols.

Requirements

Certification in Vascular Technology (CCHT, CHT, Bonnent).
1+ year of work experience in the operation of hemodialysis equipment and caring for chronic renal disease patients.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree and considerable knowledge of the principles, practice, techniques and procedures applicable to dialysis treatment.

Responsibilities

Prepare dialysis according to established procedures and the dialysis prescription.
Set-up and breakdown of dialysis machine before and after treatment.
Prepare, clean and maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
Test and monitor dialysis machine functions, including alarms, conductivity, PH, and temperature.
Set monitors and alarms according to unit and manufacturer protocols.
Obtain and document pre- and post- dialysis vital signs, weight and temperature.
Inspect the patients dialysis access and initiate and terminate dialysis according to unit protocols and patient prescription.
Document treatment parameters and communicate patient condition and issues to RN.
Measure and adjust blood flow rates according to established protocols and patients prescription.
Calculate and adjust fluid removal rates according to established protocols.