Dialysis Technician

Job Description Dialysis Technician position within the Harborview Kidney/Dialysis Department . Work Schedule Per Diem Rotating/Variable Shifts Position Highlights Provide front-line dialysis and pheresis services Prepare, assemble, operate, and monitor equipment used for dialysis and pheresis treatments Prepare dialysis solutions and concentrates Participate in quality control on dialysis equipment Primary Job Responsibilities Assemble, prepare, prime, and preset dialysis and pheresis equipment and materials in the dialysis lab and at patient bedside according to nephrology orders Maintain current knowledge of operation procedures and maintenance of new equipment Reprocess and disinfect hemodialysis equipment per policy and procedure Aseptically dispense dialysis solution to include calculating, measuring pre-weight of dry chemicals, and verifying through chemical analysis for accuracy Make changes in dialysis composition by compounding any additions In coordination with RN, perform bedside plasmapheresis treatment Participate in on-call coverage rotation for urgent dialysis set-ups outside laboratory business hours Required Position Qualifications An Associate’s Degree with emphasis in chemistry, biology, or medical sciences AND two years experience in a medical laboratory to include one year in a dialysis/pheresis laboratory at the level of Dialysis/Pheresis Technician Trainee. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Desired CCHT certified from a national accreditation organization Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $31.30 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $43.49 hourly Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular: This is a temporary position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 0.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable EEO Statement The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. #J-18808-Ljbffr