Hemodialysis Tech - Days

SSM Health • St. Louis, MO

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct or indirect care to a varying number of patients and performs various functions associated with hemodialysis treatments independently and under the direction of a registered nurse.

Requirements

• MUST have a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) certification through the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC).
• High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience
• Minimum one year of Chronic and/or Acute Hemodialysis experience
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for procedures by taking vital statistics and reviewing dialysis orders and lab work.
• Sets up and monitors equipment for procedures both during and after.
• Notes and documents patient's condition during procedure via observation, interview and monitoring of vital statistics; reports abnormal assessment findings.
• Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Obtains, processes and transports blood samples and culture specimens as ordered.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing dialysis treatments and in cannulation of vascular access.
• Monitors and trouble shoots dialysis machine and RO/water system.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to include collection of data and machine maintenance.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees