Clinical Technician - Dialysis

Job Title: Clinical Technician - Dialysis

Location: Detroit, MI 48202

Duration: 3+ Months contract (Possible Extension)

Schedule Notes: 5x8s: 4:30am-1pm and 12:30pm 8:30pm.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

· Under supervision of nursing staff, is responsible for the monitoring and direct care of patients on hemodialysis.

· Monitors patients on an ongoing basis and communicates information to appropriate team member.

· Works as a member of the interdisciplinary team caring for the dialysis patient.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Monitors patients on an ongoing basis and communicates information to appropriate team member.

· Under supervision of nursing staff, is responsible for the monitoring and direct care of patients on hemodialysis.

· Responds in emergency situations.

· Reinforces education to patients.

· Documents patient care and observations (e.g. flow sheets, AMA’s, incident reports).

· Follows operational activities specific to assigned unit, (e.g. call-in times, breaks).

· Treats patients and families with respect and dignity.

· Reports to work in designated attire, (i.e. ID badge, lab coat, is neat, and maintains proper hygiene).

· Communicates with other departments, agencies or service organizations.

· Functions as part of a multidisciplinary team.

· Demonstrates ability to plan work activities.

· Carries out doctors' orders within parameters of role.

· Follows infection control policies and procedures (eg, hand washing, face shield and gloves).

· Responsible for helping minimize waste in assigned unit.

· In conjunction with team members, monitors and adjusts dialysis therapy within Product of practice to meet the needs of the patient (keeping in mind the age-specific needs of the population served).

· Serves as a resource referral for the patient.

· Demonstrates problem-solving methodologies for the benefit of the patients/significant others and the patient care area. Does so within Product of authority.

· Maintains neat and safe work area.

· Demonstrates technical and task-oriented skills (e.g., cannulation, machine set-ups and disinfection).

Education:

High School Diploma required.

Certifications & Licenses:

·         Dialysis Tech

Schedule Notes:

·         Minimum 2 year experience, High School Diploma or GED, Dialysis clinical technician certification.

·         Experience with Time record system and Fresenius machines preferred but not required.

·         Previous travel experience preferred but not required.

·         Unit uses Fresenius T 2008 machines 48 chair unit Avg Patient Ratio 1:4 Time EMR used.