Dialysis Tech

Job Title

Receives patient into the treatment area and performs patient data collection and documents appropriately in the EMR

Monitors and documents the status of vascular accesses using proper cannulation techniques in accordance with hospital vascular access procedure

Documents patient observations and seeks guidance when abnormalities are noted in patient’s parameters

Monitors and documents in EMR: patients vital signs, fluid therapy administration, and any other appropriate treatments performed

Observe hospital policy and procedures for infection control and safety

Obtain blood samples per policy and procedure and appropriately send them to the laboratory

Sets up and monitors dialysis machines and reverse osmosis water system for correct functioning, responds to visual and audible alarms, and makes appropriate adjustments before, during, and after the dialysis treatment

Perform safety checks as directed by the registered nurse prior to, during, and following treatments

Reviews dialysis prescription and notes the physical and mental condition of the patient through observation and interview. Document observations appropriately in the EMR

Dismantles, cleans, and disinfects dialysis machines and other equipment according to hospital infection control policies and procedures

Obtains and sends water and machine cultures to designated lab

Notifies Biomedical Technician of any equipment malfunctions

Act as a role model and coach for other teammates

Performs clerical duties as needed which may include filing, answering phones, ordering supplies, copying, and faxing

Attends hospital orientation and mandatory in-services as required

Consistent, regular, and punctual attendance as scheduled

Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

General environment: Works in a well-lit, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances

Will be exposed to blood, other body fluids, and infectious organisms

May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be scheduled as needed including overtime

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Experience Requirements

Minimum of one (1) year working as an acute care PCT, CNA, or CMA, or one (1) year working as an acute care dialysis technician

Certifications and Licenses

Dialysis Technician Certification (CCHT) by a CMS approved state certification program or national certification program (Preferred)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification (Preferred)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire (Required)

General Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Relations

Mathematical

Analytical

Grammar/Spelling

Read/Comprehend Written Instruction

Follow Verbal Instruction

Basic Computer Skills

General Clerical Skills

Physical Requirements

Have near normal vision-Clarity of vision (both near and far), and the ability to distinguish colors

Have good-manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot-coordination

Ability to perform repetitive tasks and motions

Physical Demands

Standing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)

Walking - Continuously within shift (67-100%)

Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Bending/Stooping - Continuously within shift (67-100%)

Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)

Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)

Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)