Medical Instrument Technician (Hemodialysis)
About The Position
The New Mexico VA Health Care System is seeking a Medical Instrument Technician (Hemodialysis) to perform technical assignments supporting safe and effective dialysis treatment and provide patient care to veterans. The role includes both peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis procedures. The technician prepares dialysis machines and related components, including reverse osmosis water treatment machines; tests machine functions and monitors; programs equipment according to protocols and prescriptions; records pre- and post-treatment measurements; monitors patients and equipment and responds to alarms; and sanitizes equipment and disposes of supplies according to protocols. The technician also collaborates with registered nurses on patient education goals. The schedule consists of 10-hour shifts from 0600 to 1630, Monday through Saturday, with variable days off each week. Some on-call work is required during off-tour hours. Telework is unavailable, and the position is not virtual. The vacancy’s full performance level is GS-8.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship, subject to the stated VA policy exception for non-citizens when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
- One year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level, demonstrating relevant knowledge and skills, including knowledge of complex procedures, related pharmacology, acute disorders and diseases, their effects on organs, and treatment methods.
- Knowledge of hemodialysis processes and home/self-care equipment, including common machine problems and repairs.
- Knowledge of peritoneal dialysis equipment and procedures.
- Ability to assist physicians with percutaneous renal biopsies and peritoneal catheter insertion.
- Ability to instruct dialysis patients in home/self-care and equipment maintenance.
- Ability to instruct physicians, nurses, and other personnel in dialysis procedures and equipment operation and maintenance.
- Ability to meet the position’s physical requirements, including visual acuity, keen hearing, clear speech, manual dexterity, and capacity for extended periods of movement and standing.
Nice To Haves
- National CCHT certification is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Prepare dialysis machines and related components for treatment, including reverse osmosis water treatment machines.
- Test monitors and machine functions, including alarms, conductivity, and temperature.
- Prepare and program dialysis machines according to protocol and the dialysis prescription.
- Obtain and document pre- and post-dialysis vital signs, weight, and temperature.
- Monitor patients and equipment, respond to alarms, and adjust treatment parameters according to established protocols and individual patient requirements.
- Discard dialysis supplies and sanitize equipment according to unit and manufacturer protocols.
- Collaborate with the registered nurse to identify and meet patient education goals.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package, with benefits available to employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
