Renal Dialysis Asst - Hemodialysis - RMC - Full-time - Day
About The Position
Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time). Position Overview SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job) Prepares the treatment area for the next hemodialysis treatment by properly selecting correct equipment and supplies following patient seating arrangement. Maintains all equipment and supply par levels in the treatment area and orders at timely intervals. Performs a variety of directed ancillary and patient services in the treatment of hemodialysis patients. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Less than one year work experience
- AHA Heartsaver AED. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period
- Ability to apply common sense.
- Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
Responsibilities
- Breaks down and cleans the hemodialysis machines according to policies and procedures.
- Disinfects beds/chairs, bedside tables and treatment area counters according to policies and procedures.
- Makes beds/chairs accordingly to policies and procedures.
- Completes set ups efficiently for the next shift of patients.
- Maintains acceptable levels of dialysate in storage tanks by checking daily.
- Maintains all par levels for laboratory, bicarbonate powder, dietary supplies, syringes and supplies that are not supplied by Central Supply or Receiving Departments.
- Maintains 5 bicarbonate jugs throughout the day.
- Restocks accurately unit supplies; linens, foam care and prevacare dispensers, nurse station drawers and closets, bleach, vinegar and all stations emergency equipment.
- Completes the Dialysis Assistant Duties Checklist accurately daily.
- Follows instructions closely and reports patients complaints and pertinent observations to the nurse accurately and on a timely basis.
- Handles and serves patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort.
- Transports and sets up oxygen in patient room/station under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.
- Aids and/or feeds patients with meals efficiently.
- Monitors patients to provide a safe environment.
- Applies pressure to needlestick sites after treatments until bleeding subsides following universal precautions and strict hand washing techniques.
- Monitors activities to identify necessary equipment and unit repairs.
- Displays a willingness to adapt to changing department demands.
- Monitors the cleanliness of the patient's waiting area.
- Cleans the bicarbonate room, water ports and nurses station sinks.
- Empties, disinfects and rinses bicarbonate jugs and priming buckets after each use.
- Monitors all eye wash stations, weekly.
- Demonstrates reliability through attendance and punctuality.
- Monitors refrigerator logs, daily and communicates timely out of range findings to the charge nurse.
- Maintains and operates the Bicarbonate and Distribution System.
Benefits
- Medical Plan
- Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare FSA - Dependent Care FSA
- Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
- Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Transit
- Commuter Parking
- Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life Spouse - Voluntary Life Employee - Voluntary Life Child
- Voluntary Legal Services
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Paid Time-Off Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
