Hemodialysis Technician / Dialysis

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Description

7:30 am -6:30pm/ Full Time/ 36 Hours 

 

Salary range - $16.70 - $23.46

 

The main responsibility of the HT is transport. They may set up the dialysis machine and take down the machine as well. They will place patient on bedside telemetry monitor and check blood glucose levels. They make sure the unit and shelves are stocked.  They close the unit at end of shift when all patients done.

 

  

We're seeking a Hemodialysis Technician for Emory University Hospital responsible for being a capable certified technician who cares about the quality of their work an ensuring the safety for all patients.  This individual will:    

 

 

• Under direct supervision, prepares dialysis and Reverse Osmosis equipment before each hemodialysis session.
• Cleans and sterilizes machines per protocol after each dialysis session; delivers equipment and supplies to patient room as scheduled.
• Assists nurse with set up and break down of equipment in patient room before and after hemodialysis; performs quality control procedures (e.g., machine and water testing, routine maintenance) on machines.
• Performs supply inventory, ordering and restocking; works cooperatively with staff and other departments in maintaining hemodialysis standards of care.
• Supports compliance with departmental policies and procedures; maintains confidentiality.
• May assist RN with annulation and removal of needles from grafts and fistulas. May initiate and discontinue hemodialysis treatments under the RN supervision in the dialysis unit only. Supports compliance with department policies and procedures; performs quality control procedures (e.g., machine and water testing, routine maintenance) on machines; and maintains confidentiality.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Completion of a dialysis preparation course AND one year of patient care experience in a dialysis facility or acute dialysis setting.
• OR two years of patient care experience in a dialysis facility or acute dialysis setting.
• Certification as a hemodialysis technician is preferred.

 

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