Dialysis Technician, Hemodialysis, Part Time, Varies

UC Health•West Chester, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a Part Time Dialysis Technician for the Hemodialysis unit for varied shifts at West Chester Hospital. Dialysis technicians collaborate with RNs to provide dialysis treatment and maintain the functionality of the department. This involves prepping and testing equipment, reviewing treatment orders, and opening and preparing the department. Technicians evaluate patients prior to the dialysis being performed; this includes taking blood pressure, weight, temperature, and pulse. Assist the professional staff with the delivery of patient care in the dialysis unit. In addition, this position is responsible for inventory control, basic machine care/tasks and order entry into computerized systems.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, Minimum Required
Current Ohio Dialysis Technician Certification through Ohio Board of Nursing, or able to transfer Current State Certification to Ohio prior to first day of employment.
1-2 years of equivalent experience is required.
Basic computer skills.
Basic patient care skills at level of nursing assistant.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of equivalent experience is preferred.
Knowledge of Patient Care Systems preferred.
Knowledge of the following systems: Lastword, Clinical Vision, Access Anywhere, Lawson, CMS Vision (ESRD Program), Microsoft Word and Excel and VIP Patient Tracking.

Responsibilities

Engages in population appropriate communication.
Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms.
Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
Evaluate vascular access for patency and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight.
Report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment and report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
Perform vascular access cannulation and report any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures, Evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.
Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
Evaluate the patient for prior to discharge and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight and vital signs with initial identification.
Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; Sodium (Na) modeling; and UF modeling as prescribed.
Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification.
Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits (NVL).
Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the nurse supervisor.
Observe patient, and conduct machine safety checks according to policy.
Report any change or unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
Evaluate patients’ vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
Responsible for collection and designating transportation of all water quality tests.
Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to policy.
Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate.
Perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
Order all supplies and maintains inventory for dialysis, aphaeresis and interventional Nephrology in Lawson, Corporate Express, Owens and Minor, ABC warehouse, and pharmacy storeroom.
Preparation of transfer packet (medical record) for transfer of chronic outpatients to community units.
Initiates and processes 2728 End Stage Renal Disease Renal Evidence forms for chronic outpatients.
Schedules patients for clinic appointments, procedures and community transportation.
Maintains hemodialysis machine and water quality records.
Communicates with Clinical Engineering to correct any problems.
Basic order entry in Lastword and data entry in HII TIME documentation system.
Enters daily procedure and supply charges in Lastword in the absence of the biller.
Maintains positive customer relations with physicians, visitors, patients and others.
Customers are addressed pleasantly and respectfully.
Offers assistance in concise, informative manner, keep a courteous and positive tone.
Facilitates patient/family orientation by explanation of visitor policy, family waiting area, treatment restrictions and HIPAA regulations.
Attends unit meetings 10/12 times/year.
Attends required in-services and educational opportunities.
Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served (adult and geriatric population).